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These fake fleeceware apps have been downloaded over a billion times
By Anthony Spadafora published
Avast has discovered over 200 new fleeceware apps that have already accrued more than $400m in revenue.
Google has removed a bunch of malicious VPNs from the Play Store
By Anthony Spadafora published
Checkpoint Research has discovered a new malware dropper capable of avoiding detection on the Google Play Store.
These apps are sharing a lot of your data online
By Anthony Spadafora published
New research from pCloud has revealed that many popular apps are collecting and sharing users' personal data online.
CyberPunk 2077 mobile game found to be malware
By Barclay Ballard published
Kaspersky security researcher discovers ransomware masquerading as a mobile version of CyberPunk 2077.
Facebook outs company behind infamous APT32 malware group, suspends accounts
By Barclay Ballard published
Facebook has unexpectedly revealed the identity of the notorious APT32 hacking group - a little-known Vietnamese IT firm.
Don't download these Minecraft apps - they could drain your wallet
By Mike Moore published
"Fleeceware" apps use Minecraft lure to steal from unsuspecting users.
That NES emulator you’ve been using to play Super Mario on Android may well be a fraud
By Joel Khalili last updated
Researchers have happened across a series of elaborate frauds on the Android platform.
Google follows Apple's lead with new, stricter Play Store payment rules
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google will give developers one year to use its billing system and the company will make it easier to use other app stores in Android 12.
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