Android Malware Found Pre-Installed on Hundreds of Phones, Results in Popup Ads

Malware has been found pre-installed in hundreds of various Android smartphones. Avast researchers found adware on uncertified devices, with the affected phones displaying popup ads in your default browser and other issues that are difficult to remove. The infected "dropper" apps are installed in hidden pockets of the system settings and download manifest files that inform the app of other harmful files to download, starting the payload service. The files, Android Package Kits, have ad framework...