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Consumer Alert: Free apps could be a security risk

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ByDiane Wilson WTVD logo
Friday, May 22, 2015
Free apps access information
Free apps may be accessing more personal information than you think

Do you know how much information you're giving up on those smartphone apps?



When you download free apps, sometimes you're allowing extraordinary access, and in some cases giving up sensitive data.



Troubleshooter Diane Wilson explains how these free apps could also be a security risk.



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