Google Issues Security Alert: Your VPN App Could Be Spyware in Disguise

• Google’s latest fraud advisory identifies malicious VPNs as a growing threat
• Fraudsters disguise malware as legitimate VPN apps to steal user data
• Google urges users to download VPNs only from official sources

Digital privacy is a growing concern these days, with millions of people turning to virtual private networks to protect their online activity.

However, in a stark new warning, Google has confirmed that cybercriminals are exploiting this need for security by distributing malicious apps disguised as legitimate VPN services. This creates a dangerous situation in which a tool meant to be a shield is, in fact, a weapon used to steal sensitive user data.