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July 10, 2010

Apple App Store Compromised Again


Do you think iTunes and App Store is safe from hackers? Well, we have seen some fraudulent activities in Books category of App Store. Some users have lost their money to these malicious developers and it’s not over yet!

Another App Store developer has tried to replicate the same activity in the Travel section. Chinese WiiSHii and a series of “GYOYO” Chinese language maps have been appearing in this category.

Have a look at the screenshot below.

travel

Although Apple had recovered iTunes and App Store from these attacks in the last week, the hackers are still using similar technique to rank high in the store. In case you are facing similar issues, change the details of your accounts and remove the credit card information. Here are few things that you can do to avoid such attacks.

[via - 9 to 5 Mac]







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