This incident serves as a reminder of the challenges in the dynamic field of mobile security, highlighting the potential consequences of false positives generated by antivirus software. Avast’s swift action in resolving the issue and clarifying the mistake is commendable, as it prevented undue alarm and inconvenience for smartphone users.
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