Remote-wipe capability that Google invoked to remove a harmless application from some Android phones isn t the only remote control feature that the company built into its mobile OS. It turns out that Android also includes a feature that enables Google to remotely install apps on users phones as well. The security researcher who developed the application that Google remotely removed from Android phones said it was the first time that Google had used the functionality. Google s use of the feature has raised concerns about privacy and security for Android owners.
Source: https://threatpost.com/android-also-gives-google-remote-app-installation-power-062510/74149/