Google ends Android partnership with Videostrong after backdoor found in 1.3 million devices

Google has severed its relationship with the Chinese firm Videostrong Co following the discovery of a hidden malicious backdoor. The malware was built into more than 1.3 million devices, mainly Android TV set-top boxes and other Internet of Things products. The backdoor allowed hackers to take remote control of these gadgets, enabling ad fraud and the theft of sensitive data. Because the malicious software was installed during device setup, it was difficult to detect.