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Story summary
- Check Point researchers identified 15 Android apps on Google Play that appeared legitimate but disguised adware, generating fake ad views and risking personal information.
- The apps, including emoji makers and storage cleaners, had millions of downloads, mainly in Asia.
- Experts urge users to monitor battery usage and app permissions.
- Dr. Web's study found mobile malware that simulates user engagement for ad fraud, often hidden in popular apps.
