Newly discovered Android malware is pre-installed on several Android tablet models and can manipulate all mobile apps running on the device.
Antivirus vendor Kaspersky has found malware called 'Keenadu' on over 13,000 devices in Europe, Japan, Brazil, and other regions.
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Caution is advised for inexpensive Android tablets.
According to content from other sites, it appears to be installed via firmware?
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