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Keenadu Android Backdoor Infects Firmware via Google Play Apps

Keenadu Android Backdoor Infects Firmware via Google Play Apps

First seen 17 Feb 2026, 11:10 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 16:10 UTC

The Keenadu Android backdoor has been identified as a sophisticated threat that infects device firmware during the build stage and spreads through apps on Google Play. This malware enables attackers to gain remote control of victims' devices, similar to the Triada Trojan, by hooking into the Zygote process, affecting all launched applications. Users of Android devices are particularly at risk from this vulnerability.

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2025-04-01
Initial report on Triada backdoor's firmware compromise
2026-02-16
Detailed analysis of Keenadu backdoor published
2026-02-17
Cybersecuritynews article published on Keenadu threat

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