Malware found preinstalled on 38 Android phones used by 2 companies

Discussion in 'mobile device security' started by ronjor, Mar 10, 2017.

  1. ronjor

    ronjor Global Moderator

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  2. entropism

    entropism Registered Member

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    I'm not sure why this is a big deal at all. 38 phones. 38 phones that were bought either new, used, or refurbished (since it ranges from a Note 2 to an S7), in a 3rd world country (just based on the brands), and probably from a shady dealer. The dealer installed malware on them. Done. It's not like this is a widespread outbreak of malware, it's a company making a **** decision to cut corners on their IT and security.
     
  3. thanatos_theos

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    Maybe they bought cheap Samsung but they were actually fake and clones?
     
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