Now that Google has reported on the new security updates, we must be alert to these possible ‘restrictions’ that may occur when executing a bank application. The most important thing of all is that you will have to update your mobile, and once done, you will have no problem for it to work normally.
Google will require you to update your mobile phone so you can use banking apps
Google has implemented an improvement in the Play Integrity APIa tool that applications use to verify if the device on which they run meets the necessary security standards, that is, that it meets the requirements that they set at the security level. The news is that now Apps can identify if a device has not received a security update in more than a year and, consequently, limit or block access to important functions.
This mainly affects banking applicationsgovernmental or business, since they are the ones that handle sensitive information. If you have a mobile phone that has not received recent security updates, it will most likely be restricted from logging in and making transfers.
Google’s goal is that only secure devices can perform actions considered safe. high level of securityd, with the mission of reducing the risk of fraud, data theft and cyber attacks.
Why did Google implement this change?
Digital security is an increasingly delicate topic. Although Android has come a long way in this area since its launch more than 15 years ago, devices that do not receive security updates become vulnerable over time. According to Google, this measure seeks to offer application developers tools to better protect their users.
In fact, the implementation of this update is not immediate or mandatory for all applications. Developers have the option to decide whether to apply these stricter measures. However, it is likely that many banking and government applications adopt this policy to protect their users and you end up suffering from this restriction without knowing what exactly is happening.
Additionally, the Play Integrity API also includes improvements that detect other potential riskssuch as attempts to record the screen or install malicious applications. All of this translates into a safer ecosystem for everyone, which of course we will be grateful for in the medium and long term.
What does this mean for users?
In simple terms, if your mobile is not updated, some applications may stop working correctly. This change does not affect all applications, but it does affect those that manage sensitive data. That is, as long as you continue using commonly used applications such as social networks or games, you may not notice any problems. However, for banking operations, you are likely to encounter these limitations.
The required update does not refer to app updates from the Play Store, but to security patches that device manufacturers release periodically to keep the operating system protected. These patches fix vulnerabilities and improve protection against possible attacks. In fact, in MobileZoneevery month we talk about these types of updates and inform you how you can count on them.