Add-ons for open-source media player Kodi have been found bundled with cryptomining malware that targets Windows and Linux users, according to details of a soon-to-be-published report.

Some unofficial add-ons for Kodi open-source media player come with malware that mines for Monero cryptocurrency on Windows and Linux platforms.

Kodi itself isn't directly affected by the lawsuit and there exists dozens of other add-ons that don't even go anywhere near murky legal waters.

These media boxes typically come pre-loaded with Kodi, a media center application that has plenty of legitimate uses, but can also be used for piracy by installing third-party add-ons.

Some of the biggest third-party Kodi streaming addons are no longer available. TorrentFreak reports that ZemTV and Phoenix have recently closed following a lawsuit from US satellite broadcaster ...

With the launch of the KODI 19.0 Matrix, many changes have been carried out together with its new features that will surely catch the attention of the smart home TV lookers. However, will it be ...