Security News > 2018 > January > Google removes 60+ fake game apps displaying porn ads from Google Play

Google has removed some 60+ game apps from Google Play, as they were found to contain code that either delivered inappropriate and pornographic ads, attempted to trick users into installing fake security apps or into signing up for (paid) premium services. About the apps The offending apps have been first flagged by Check Point researchers, who named the threat “AdultSwine.” The threat posed as different game apps – “Drawing Lessons Angry Birds,” “Temple Crash Jungle … More →
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