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#9 SecurityWeek general October 09, 2026 at 09:55 UTC

Pre-Baked Firmware Malware Hits Budget Android Devices in 150+ Countries

By Kevin Townsend

AI Summary

A malware campaign dubbed 'Midnight Mimosa' has been found pre-installed in firmware on budget Android devices distributed across 150+ countries. The supply-chain implant targets low-cost handsets and operates at the firmware level, making removal extremely difficult and exposing potentially millions of end users who have no knowledge of the compromise.

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