Security firm finds preinstalled malware on Xiaomi Mi 4 smartphone | VentureBeat | Security | by Ruth Reader

Bluebox security has discovered preinstalled malware on a Mi 4 device that Xiaomi says it doesn’t load onto any of its devices.

Source: venturebeat.com

When you buy a new car you go to an authorized dealer, or at least you should. That goes for any other product. It used to be for guarantee reasons, etc, but now you also have to start considering the risk of having your identity stolen, bank account emptied and so on. This scam is particularly difficult to protect yourself from. There are no bargains to find by sidestepping official sales channels.

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