Palo Alto researchers found multiple Android apps that leaked data that could be used to track users even if they switch devices. Cyberattackers could use the information to follow users across devices, disable phone service, or intercept messages and phone calls. The apps have each been downloaded millions of times, but anyone with one of the offending apps still installed is at risk. Google took action, and a benign version of Baidu Search Box became available on Google Play globally on Nov. 19, while BaidU Maps remains unavailable globally.
Source: https://threatpost.com/baidu-apps-google-play-data/161556/