The Android mobile application market continues to expand, offering users a wide range of apps. However, this openness also brings security risks, especially when users download apps from unknown sources. In an effort to enhance security and protect its users, Google is preparing an update for Play Protect.
This update aims to increase security measures by scanning applications before download, helping users identify and avoid potential malware threats.
Enhanced Pre-Download Scanning:
Google’s Play Protect is a security system designed to protect Android devices from malware threats. The forthcoming update will enable users to grant access to Play Protect for pre-download scanning, both for apps within Google Play and those from external sources.
Real-Time Code Analysis:
The update introduces real-time code analysis, allowing Play Protect to extract and identify important signals from applications. This information is then sent to Play Protect for code evaluation. This enhanced analysis method will provide a more effective way to identify potential threats that may compromise user privacy and experience.
Immediate Results:
When users attempt to download an application, a pop-up window will appear with two options: “Scan the application” and “Do not install the application.” Users will not be able to proceed with the download until the possible risks have been analyzed. Play Protect will provide immediate results after the analysis, allowing users to know if the application is potentially harmful, preventing further download.
Preventing AI-Based Evasion:
One notable feature of this update is its ability to detect applications that use artificial intelligence (AI) methods to modify themselves during download, evading detection by specific software. Google aims to thwart such evasive tactics and protect users from potentially harmful apps.
Conclusion:
Google’s Play Protect update represents a significant step toward improving app security for Android users. By allowing pre-download scanning and real-time code analysis, users can make informed decisions about the safety of the apps they install. The immediate results feature enhances user experience and security, and the ability to detect AI-based evasive tactics provides an additional layer of protection against malware threats.