Google has removed an app from the Play Store, but it hasn’t been downloaded more than a million times before.
An app called PIP Pic Camera Photo Editor was found to contain malicious malware that could completely steal Facebook credentials including usernames and passwords. It can allow hackers to access accounts, steal personal data, and send fraudulent messages to individuals.
Until earlier this week, image editing software was still available to download and install, but Google has now blocked access after being warned of its risks.
Unfortunately, this news will not be a consolation for millions of people who have PIP Pic Camera Photo Editor installed on their devices.
And if you’re one of the unlucky ones, it’s a good idea to delete the app from your devices and change your Facebook password right away.
This threat, Dr. The Web isn’t the only app that causes some concern.
According to the security company’s latest report, there are four more apps, all of which contain malware, can display unwanted ads, reduce battery life, and even make unauthorized changes to the phone itself.
Apps include: Wild and Exotic Animal Wallpapers, ZodiHoroscope, PIP Camera 2022 and Magnifying Flashlight.
Some of these apps have been removed by Google because ZodiHoroscope and PIP Camera 2022 are no longer available for download. As with all apps, before you start downloading anything to your device, it’s worth talking to the software developer and then reading as many reviews as possible.
Other users often warn about problems with apps, and if you suddenly see an endless 1-star rating, you know you need to stay away.
It’s also a good idea to use Google Play Protect to help keep your apps safe and your data private.
Google Play Protect scans your apps and devices for any malicious behavior and performs a security check on apps in the Play Store before downloading them. It also scans your device for potentially harmful apps from other sources.
Source: Express
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