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FBI IC3 warning on foreign-developed mobile apps

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The FBI issued a public service announcement via IC3 warning Americans about foreign-developed mobile apps, saying they can create privacy and data security risks. The warning singled out apps made by Chinese developers and said some may keep collecting data even when permissions are limited. The bureau urged people to use official app stores, limit data sharing, and keep device software updated.

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  1. 01.04.2026 14:39 2 articles · 3mo ago

    FBI warns Americans about foreign-developed mobile apps

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    The FBI issued a public service announcement through IC3 warning Americans that foreign-developed mobile apps, especially those made by Chinese developers, can create privacy and data-security risks by continuously collecting data, gathering contact and device information with default permissions, and storing data on servers located in China; the bureau urged people to use verified apps from official app stores, turn off unnecessary data sharing, update device software, and report suspicious activity through IC3.

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