(Archived) 3 tips to get around the Android "Master Key" security scare

[jbenson2 2,146]

Uncovering Android Master Key that makes 99% of devices vulnerable
http://bluebox.com/corporate-blog/bluebox-uncovers-android-master-key/

 

Three Tips
1.) Don't download any apps outside of Google Play.
2.) Don’t download any apps outside of Google Play.
3.) Don't download any apps outside of Google Play.

If you want to download Evernote to your Android phone, follow one of the steps mentioned above.
http://www.androidcentral.com/making-sense-latest-android-security-scare

[ZZZ 135]

So the email link I just got that included a link where I could download an Android app that would in turn connect me to unlimited number of hot young "bored women" in my area - I shouldn't download that?

[GrumpyMonkey 4,314]

Uncovering Android Master Key that makes 99% of devices vulnerable

http://bluebox.com/corporate-blog/bluebox-uncovers-android-master-key/

 

Three Tips

1.) Don't download any apps outside of Google Play.

2.) Don’t download any apps outside of Google Play.

3.) Don't download any apps outside of Google Play.

If you want to download Evernote to your Android phone, follow one of the steps mentioned above.

http://www.androidcentral.com/making-sense-latest-android-security-scare

Actually... I download the Android betas directly from Evernote (see the Android beta threads). They are outside the Google Play store, but I think they are safe. By the way, the Google Play store is note well-regulated, so I wouldn't be surprised if this kind of malware finds its way in there at some point. I would add to your advice that users should try and stick to "brand names" and be wary of apps from unknown / unfamiliar developers.