#GooglePlay

Google Play adds security audit badges for Android VPN apps

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November 3, 2023 at 12:54PM Google Play is now tagging VPN apps with an ‘independent security reviews’ badge if they have undergone an independent security audit. The audit follows the Mobile App Security Assessment (MASA) standard, which sets requirements for data storage, cryptography, authentication, and more. The badge aims to enhance transparency and trust. NordVPN, … Read more

Arid Viper Camouflages Malware in Knockoff Dating App

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October 31, 2023 at 01:55PM APT group Arid Viper is targeting Arabic-speaking Android users with a fake dating app called Skipped. It collects sensitive user information by sharing malicious links disguised as updates. The attackers control the domains used in the campaign and have been active since April 2022. The malware can disable security notifications … Read more