Android malware potentially stole up to 450,000 pieces of personal data: Symantec

A fake app store that steals personal information on Android devices may have stolen between 75,000 and 450,000 pieces of personal data, according to security firm Symantec. The fake store has not been given a name and appears to still be under construction. The security firm warns that a new malware variant is being hosted in the site. For all smartphone users, the research firm suggests to only download apps from well-known app vendors, avoid clicking on links in emails from unknown sources.”]

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