Posted on 06/12/2018 6:00:37 AM PDT by BenLurkin
The worm, called ADB.Miner, installs itself as an app called "Test" under the package name "com.google.time.timer". Once it's infected a device, it eats up resources mining cryptocurrency -- devices will become slow, video playback will stop abruptly and a notification saying "Test" with the green Android robot icon will appear randomly on screen.
If you've never played around with your Fire TV's developer options (which are off by default), you'll be safe from the virus. If, however, you've allowed ADB debugging or apps from unknown sources, your device is at risk -- switch both to off. If you suspect you've already been infected, though, there are a couple of things you can do.
First up, the tried-and-tested factory reset. But if you can't bear the thought of resetting your device and starting over, AFTVnews recommends downloading the app Total Commander from the Amazon app store, and using it to uninstall the malware directly -- this isn't ideal though, because it's not clear what other changes the malware will have made to your device.
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I have the fire stick. Can’t say I m all happy with the device, videos are slow ,freeze up or just can’t find a streaming source.
I've had an Amazon Fire TV for about 4 years and never had a problem.
But I've never messed with the device.
My only real complaint is that I got the CBS "All Access" about 18 months ago and it it now ain't (all access.)
What was advertised as access to all CBS TV series going back forever ain't (all access.)
Amazon just provides access to the last month. Sucks royally. Gonna dump it.
Replaced a first generation Roku box with a Firestick for our streaming videos and haven’t had any problems. We tried Apple TV, but for the money Firestick is a great option and even has voice command. Waiting for a new all fiber optic ISP to extend to our neighborhood and will drop cable all together for streaming services using our Firestick.
Could be propaganda to keep you from pimping out your fire stick to access pirated content.
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