Pokémon Go: hidden “dangers” of the fashion game – El Impulso (press release) (blog)

Pokémon Go is the game of the year. No one doubts that marked a before and after in the life of Nintendo. Its official launch was carried out only in three countries (US, Australia and New Zealand). Still, it has 21 million users and generates a million and a half euros each day alone in iOS.

Just the fact that it has only officially launched in that country is becoming a real danger . Although there are players who are already hunting pokémons outside these countries, the global leader in network security and endpoint protection, remember that this has been possible thanks to a choice of Android that “allows you to install applications from untrusted sources.” This option deliberately reduces security settings Google operating system.

“So far there has been detected a modified version of Pokémon GO, which has the same appearance and functions as the original. The problem is that this version introduces the mobile a “software” spy known as DroidJack that can see through the camera, tracking the location of mobile, intercept text messages or listen to calls, among others, “warns the company. “The resemblance between the original version and containing the ‘malware’es of such magnitude that it is not so easy to detect which is which. Even Google Play has recognized that it is very difficult to see the difference. “

Another risk has to do with geolocation, needed to play. Being public, even allowed to light information as accurate as, for example, where the children are.

Access to Gmail account has been one of the most controversial aspects. From the moment that Pokémon GO was launched, many users criticized the fact that Nintendo had access to the email address of the players. Although only access to user name and address, privacy is again in danger.

And surely those who have already played, have experienced how popular application eats the battery. Also data. We must not forget that from the moment you start playing, it is consuming the contracted rate. The user also has enabled geolocation, camera and screen on continuously. In this case, consumption should be monitored to avoid surprises on your monthly bill.

Finally, it should appeal to common sense. You can not go to cross a road while pokémons are hunted. We must be careful to avoid danger. In this line, there remember the possible addiction that can cause the game. And of course, do not enter private property by many pokémons that can hunt.