App stores are increasingly becoming a major security worry

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Gen added that the well-known BankBot banker compromised 236% more devices compared to the previous quarter.

Besides banker apps, malicious loan apps surged as well, the researchers said.

Generally safe

Gen also noted cybercriminals are adopting novel distribution tactics in app stores.

Recently, they discovered a new malware strain disguised as a Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator.

The app was spread through theAmazonApp Store.

Regular security updates, user reporting systems, and app removal policies further enhance safety.

Obviously, no platform is completely risk-free.

However, these app stores provide a significantly safer environment than third-party or unofficial sources.