Keeping your device current with OS updates is a security no-brainer. It’s not so simple with all Android-based TV boxes, however, and Vo1d hackers are exploiting that.

If you have an Android TV streaming box, check it for infection, as the new Vo1d malware has already hit 1.3 million users.

A new malware called Vo1d has infected nearly 1.3 million Android-based TV boxes worldwide. This discovery has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community and raised concerns for smart home device users everywhere.

Android streaming boxes infected by Vo1d malware. Cybersecurity experts from Dr.Web found around 1.3 million Android streaming boxes infected with Vo1d. These TV boxes

The malware embeds itself within the system storage area, allowing it to download and install third-party software remotely when commanded by an attacker. The origin of

A backdoor malware called "Vo1d" has apparently infected 1.3 million Android TV boxes that use open source versions of the operating system. It enables the authors to control the devices remotely and install other malicious elements. According to the IT security service provider Dr. Web, devices in 197 countries are affected.

The Android malware discreetly downloads unwanted software and has reportedly infected users in nearly 200 countries.

Security experts report the malware Android.Vo1d has affected nearly 1.3 million smart TV sticks running on the Android TV system. The issue is global, with infected devices detected in almost 200 countries.

More than a million TV streaming boxes running older versions of Android are currently infected with malware which could allow hackers to take over the devices, experts have warned. Cybersecurity researchers from Dr.