[LINK] Fake Pokemon App [was Re: A category of people who would benefit from self driving cars]

[Rick Welykochy]

It hasn't taken long for hostiles to deploy a fake Pokemon app:

https://www.communications.gov.au/what-we-do/internet/stay-smart-online/alert-service/fake-pokemon-go-app-contains-malware-and-can-steal-your-information

or

http://tinyurl.com/haacwnb

    A malicious version of the popular Pokémon Go game is believed to be targeting Android users. The malware's (malicious software's) existence reinforces that smartphone owners should only install
    apps from legitimate app stores (such as Google Play or Apple's App Store) to reduce the risk to their devices and data.

    Pokémon Go was released officially in Australia on 6 July 2016. However, some people may be tempted to install unofficial versions of the app, using a method known as 'side-loading'. The method
    involves downloading a copy of the game from a location on the internet that is not an official app store, and installing it onto a smartphone.




Brendan wrote:
> Had my first Pokemon go experience today with some guy standing in the middle of the road with his back to me staring at his phone. Totally oblivious, easily run over by someone less watchful.


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Rick Welykochy

Take my advice - I'm not using it.