146 security flaws uncovered in pre-installed Android apps
Unless you’re purchasing a Pixel phone — which promises a stock user experience — pre-installed apps from Android handset manufacturers are a given. Turns out, they’re not only bloatware, but are also full of security flaws. Researchers at Kryptowire have uncovered 146 security vulnerabilities in …
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