The CCTV 3·15 Gala revealed a lot of shocking information, from Apple's monopolistic internet terms to telecom operators' "mysterious advertisements." Now, Android phone users, take note: 58% of the apps you download steal your personal information!
According to the latest smartphone shipment statistics from IDC, in 2012, Android phones accounted for 68.8% of the market share. The enormous user base of Android phones is astonishing, and these apps rely on this vast user base of Android phones, resulting in a considerable amount of stolen information.
Most app developers casually and "unofficially" steal users' cookie information and personal data without the users' awareness. It can track users' locations, read users' contact lists, and access all information on the SD card.
Popular apps like Gaode Navigation and Dianping have all been "hit." As an Android user, is there any security at all? Users seem to be blatantly "watched" by these apps under a magnifying glass!
And the 3·15 Gala only "specifically criticized" Android for information theft. Does iOS or Windows Phone have this concern?
Businessmen are exploiting loopholes in the country's internet laws and regulations, and privately stealing and selling user information. We also hope the country can further improve internet laws and regulations, enhance supervision, protect the legitimate rights and interests of consumers, and safeguard personal privacy.
