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Story summary
- Public app stores hosted DHS intelligence apps downloaded 375,000 times despite security flaws.
- DHS said the gaps stem from policies implemented by Democratic leaders.
- The inspector general reported that 76% of installed apps were banned and allowed prohibited activities.
- Records existed for only 11% of issued smartphones.
- DHS accepted the recommendations and aims to fix all vulnerabilities by January 2027 after three of ten audited trips followed protocols.
