Google Busts 9M-Device Android Hijack Network Targeting Millions' Internet Control and Data
Google says it has dismantled a network that hijacked internet connections from Android devices, estimated to be around 9 million devices worldwide, which were being used to serve free apps that secretly stole user data and charged users for storage space. The disruption comes after Google accused the network's operators of using malware and other tactics to intercept user data.
Google has dismantled a network of Android devices used to hijack internet connections of users in South Africa and other countries, with an estimated 9 million devices infected. The network was operated by free apps that promised services but instead siphoned off data from unsuspecting users' devices. Google's efforts have freed millions of people from potential cyber threats, but experts warn that similar attacks may occur in the future. The company's move is seen as a major victory in its ongoing fight against malicious software.
