Google puts malware scanner in Google Play pipeline

(Phys.org)—A new version of the Google Play app store will enable scanning users' smartphones for malware, according to Android Police. The site's report, headlined "A Built-In Malware Scanner," said, "Yes, it's hard to believe, but Google is working on a malware scanner for the Play Store. The string file doesn't lie." The heads-up item said that there are two malware-fighting parts in the Google pipeline:"App Check" will allow Google to check out each application that has already been downloaded, while an application blocker will deliver a warning of any application that looks suspicious. Also according to Android Police, there will be a "shut up and download it" button for people who want to proceed anyway.

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