BadBox 2.0 Infects Smart Devices
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BadBox 2.0 is commonly found on cheap Android -based devices manufactured in mainland China .
The malware turns home electronics into participants in a global network of cybercrime, often before the user even powers them on.
BadBox is primarily used to turn infected devices into residential proxy nodes, providing hackers with anonymous access to real IP addresses.
Malware like BadBox 2.0 often comes preinstalled on cheap, uncertified Android devices.
BadBox -infected devices often come with shady apps preloaded.
If your device is not Google-certified, Google Play Protect is turned off or missing altogether, your device may be vulnerable to compromise.
Set a strong, unique password for your Wi-Fi router and update its firmware regularly.
Disable remote access unless absolutely necessary and use WPA3 encryption if available.
Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords.
As smart devices become part of almost everything we do, being a careful consumer matters more than ever.
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