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Malware apps were downloaded more than 600 million times on Google Play Store in 2023, delete them from your phone as soon as possible
Kaspersky Report: According to a report by Kaspersky citing various other reports and sources, developers have found new ways to bypass Google's security checks to list their apps on the Play Store. The firm found a variety of infected content and applications downloaded through the storefront.
Google claims to have strong security rules for its Play Store. The company claims that users should not be able to download any malware apps from the platform. Google also removes such apps from its platform.
Leading cyber security and anti-virus firm Kaspersky has claimed that Android users have downloaded malware from Google's Play Store more than 600 million times in 2023. These infected apps include mini-game ads that collect user data, Minecraft clones, and apps that promise monetary rewards.
According to a report by Kaspersky, citing various other reports and sources, developers have found new ways to bypass Google's security checks to get their apps listed on the Play Store. The firm found a variety of infected content and applications downloaded through the storefront, which poses a serious security threat to Android users.
