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Even if you are an iPhone user, there's a solid chance you have an Android device somewhere in your house. If the device happens to be an Android TV streaming box, you should check and make sure it's not infected with dangerous malware. According to a report from antivirus provider Dr.Web, a new malware dubbed Android.Vo1d has been making the rounds lately. To date, the malware has infected around 1.3 million Android TV boxes in 197 countries, including Brazil, Morocco, and Pakistan. Impacted users have reported unexpected changes in the device's system files to Dr.Web on the following Android TV boxes and firmware versions: R4: Android 7.1.2; R4 Build/NHG47K TV BOX: Android 12.1; TV BOX Build/NHG47K KJ-SMART4KVIP: Android 10.1; KJ-SMART4KVIP Build/NHG47K "The Android.Vo1d.1 module is responsible for Android.Vo1d.3’s launch and controls its activity, restarting its process if necessary," Doctor Web explains. "In addition, it can download and run executables when commanded to do so by the C&C server. In turn, the Android.Vo1d.3 module installs and launches the Android.Vo1d.5 daemon that is encrypted and stored in its body. This module can also download and run executables. Moreover, it monitors specified directories and installs the APK files that it finds in them." The report says that the source of the backdoor infection is currently unknown, but hackers are likely targeting these devices because they frequently use outdated versions of Android. And as a result, they haven't always been updated with the latest security patches. A streaming TV box might not contain the same sensitive data as a phone or computer, but you should still do your best to ensure it's up to date with the latest software. Don't Miss: 3 billion records leaked online in one of the biggest breaches ever The post Over a million Android TV streaming boxes infected by Vo1d malware appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $40 Sony headphones, $50 Ninja blender, $140 AirPods 3, $60 foldable camera drone, more Today’s deals: $10 off Starbucks coffee, $199 Apple iPad, $16 portable blender, $99 BISSELL Little Green, more Best Apple Watch deals for September 2024 Today’s deals: $299 Apple Watch Series 9, Energizer battery sale, $650 Acer Nitro gaming laptop, more

The Seven Lucky Gods, or Fukujin, are a revered group of deities in Japanese culture, each symbolizing various aspects of fortune and prosperity. Originating from a mix of Buddhist, Shinto, and Taoist beliefs, these gods—Ebisu, Daikoku, Benzaiten, Fukurokuju, Jurojin, Hotei, and Kichijōten—are often depicted together, representing a harmonious blend of blessings, from wealth and longevity to wisdom and happiness. Particularly prominent during New Year's celebrations, the Seven Lucky Gods are believed to bring good fortune to those who honor them, making them an integral part of Japan's spiritual and cultural heritage. The Age of the Gods: A Japanese Creation Myth Purification as the Core of the Ancient Shinto Faith The Seven Lucky Gods of Japanese Folklore Japan’s lucky gods do not all derive from one religion. Instead, these ancient gods of good fortune all come from religions that have been followed in Japan. Most of these gods come from Mahayana Buddhism, which was brought to Japan from China but originated in India, and Chinese Taoism. The only exception to this rule is Ebisu, who it is widely believed is “native” to Japan. Read moreSection: NewsHuman OriginsReligionsMyths & LegendsAsiaRead Later 

Sikhism, founded in the late 15th century, is rooted in the teachings of Guru Nanak, born in the Punjab region of India. Nanak was born into a Hindu family but showed an interest in exploring various religions, including Islam. He questioned traditional practices like caste distinctions, arguing that spirituality was about internal transformation rather than external rituals. At age eleven, he refused to wear the sacred thread, which denoted social rank, insisting that virtue and actions should define a person. Why the Golden Temple is at the Very Heart of Sikhism A History of Islam: The Second Largest Religion in Today’s World Began With a Divine Revelation One of the most significant events in Nanak's life occurred during a spiritual experience at a river. After submerging for three days, he reemerged with a profound revelation: "There is no Muslim, there is no Hindu. God is not a Hindu or a Muslim. Whose path shall I follow? God’s path." This experience solidified his belief that meditation and leading a moral life were the keys to spiritual growth. Read moreSection: GeneralHistory & ArchaeologyHuman OriginsReligionsVideosRead Later 

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