What is an Info-stealing ad library?

In google play store more than 800 apps that contain malicious ad library. This information-stealing ad library dubbed Xavier can collect sensitive user information such as Device ID, E-mail ID, SIM card operator, Installed apps and OS version, all without the users knowledge.

The malicious ad library is a type of Trojan horse.

Presently, Google has removed all the malicious apps and it is continuously monitoring all apps.

How to stay protected from information-stealing ad library risk

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