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Google Launches Verification Badges for Security Tested VPN Apps
The new feature will add an Independent Security Review badge at the top of the Google Play search results page when users search for VPN apps.
Chinese APT Slid Fake Signal and Telegram Apps onto Official App Stores
Key Findings Cybersecurity researchers have warned of fake Signal and Telegram apps that have been distributed through the…
Google Removes Swing VPN Android App Exposed as DDoS Botnet
The developer behind the malicious app, Limestone Software Solutions, has also been banned from the Google Play Store.
Android App Trojans Sold on Dark Web for $25-$20,000
A Kaspersky study reveals security threats to the Google Play app store and how they have been exposing Android users to malware threats.
Google Suspends Chinese Shopping App Pinduoduo Over Malware Concerns
Pinduoduo has confirmed the incident, but denied the presence of malware in its app.
Microsoft Found Shein App Copying Clipboard Content on Android Phones
An old version of the Shein app was found to be accessing and copying clipboard content on Android devices before being detected and reported by Microsoft to Google.
ChatGPT Clone Apps Collecting Personal Data on iOS, Play Store
Several fake ChatGPT clone apps have surfaced on the official iOS and Play Stores, collecting user data and sending it to remote servers.
Google Fails To Remove “App Developer” Behind Malware Scam
The apps reported by Malwarebytes contain Android trojan yet the developer is still active on Google Play, continuing their scam.
Malicious Security App on Play Store Caught Dropping SharkBot Malware
SharkBot malware is known for spreading itself through fake security solution apps on Google Play Store.
What Are the Top 10 Android Educational Apps That Collect Most User Data?
HelloTalk, GoogleClassroom, ClassDojo, and Duolingo turned out to be the top 3 educational apps that collect the most user data from Android devices.