Fake Android and iOS apps steal SMS and contacts in South Korea

Authored by Dexter Shin

Most people have smartphones these days which can be used to easily search for various topics of interest on the Internet. These topics could be about enhancing their privacy, staying fit with activities like Pilates or yoga, or even finding new people to talk to. So, companies create mobile applications to make it more convenient for users and advertise these apps on their websites. But is it safe to download these advertised applications through website searches? …

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