Researchers have identified a new Android malware strain that leverages on-device AI to interact with hidden browser ads and clickware campaigns without user input. The malware can interpret UI elements and simulate realistic touch behavior, allowing it to silently generate fraudulent ad clicks while blending in with normal device activity. This advancement demonstrates how mobile threats are evolving beyond traditional payloads into automated, intelligent behavior that can bypass static detection methods. With mobile devices increasingly used for both business and personal activities, the findings highlight the need for behavior-based monitoring, strict app vetting, and real-time threat detection on endpoints.
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