"Google Play Alert: Delete These Malicious Apps to Avoid Security Risks"
Tech experts are urging smartphone users to delete 17 identified "SpyLoan" apps that are infected with malware capable of stealing personal information. These apps, which have been downloaded over 12 million times from Google Play before being removed, masquerade as legitimate loan services and are also found on Apple's App Store, scam websites, and third-party app stores. Users are advised to remove these apps immediately, change their passwords, and watch for signs of malware infection.