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Low-cost Android phones ship with residential proxy malware

BleepingComputer·October 8, 2026·1 min read
Low-cost Android phones ship with residential proxy malware

A malware campaign dubbed 'Midnight Mimosa' has been found on low-cost Android smartphones, with malicious software embedded in their firmware. This allows attackers to silently install apps, commit ad fraud, and turn devices into residential proxies. The discovery highlights a growing threat in the supply chain of budget devices.

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