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Google leads takedown of massive XCPE malware botnet made of more than 1.3 million Android TV streaming boxes — and claims the items were intentionally set up for criminal access

* Google leads efforts to dismantle 1.3 million device residential proxy botnet built through malware preinstalled on Android hardware * Researchers say manufacturer Videostrong intentionally shipped malware and sold botnet access to cybercriminals * Google seized infrastructure, blocked the company from Android certification, and strengthened device security checks Google has revealed its