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Google Sues Unknown Hackers Behind 10M Android Fraud

7/19/2025

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In a bold move, Google has launched a lawsuit in New York against 25 unknown individuals tied to the BADBOX 2.0 botnet, responsible for compromising over 10 million uncertified Android devices for ad fraud. This cybercrime ring, largely operated by Chinese hackers, exploited weaknesses in IoT devices. Google aims to dismantle this malicious network and seek justice.

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In a bold move, Google has launched a lawsuit in New York against 25 unknown individuals tied to the BADBOX 2.0 botnet, responsible for compromising over 10 million uncertified Android devices for ad fraud. This cybercrime ring, largely operated by Chinese hackers, exploited weaknesses in IoT devices. Google aims to dismantle this malicious network and seek justice.