The important stuff:
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The software in question, AppCloud, developed by the mobile analytics firm IronSource*, has been embedded in devices sold primarily in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region**.
Security researchers and privacy advocates warn that it quietly collects sensitive user data, fueling fears of surveillance in politically volatile areas.
AppCloud tracks users’ locations, app usage patterns, and device information without seeking ongoing consent after initial setup. Even more concerning, attempts to uninstall it often fail due to its deep integration into Samsung’s One UI operating system.
Security researchers and privacy advocates warn that it quietly collects sensitive user data, fueling fears of surveillance in politically volatile areas.
AppCloud tracks users’ locations, app usage patterns, and device information without seeking ongoing consent after initial setup. Even more concerning, attempts to uninstall it often fail due to its deep integration into Samsung’s One UI operating system.
** I'm checking my phone anyway.
