Apple has released a security report on the 13th that explains in detail how dangerous it is to accept the distribution of iOS apps outside the App Store.
This is a movement in the United States and Europe to allow Apple side roads (app installation outside the App Store), which is increasing in pressure, the Ministry of Land and Security, European Network and Information Security, NISTBased on data and suggestions such as) and Norton.It also reinforces the third -party app store released in June and a report that appeals for the danger of side road.
At the beginning, Apple claims that opening iOS on the side road will destroy the protection of privacy and security that has securely maintained the iPhone and expose users to serious security risks.
It also reported that Nokia announced (a side road -possible) Android malware infection was 15 to 47 times over the past four years compared to the iPhone.This figure is bigger than the "15 times" in the previous document, and emphasizes the threat of the side road.
In addition, there is a textbook that "mobile malware harms consumers, companies, developers and advertisers."In other words, the side road, which leads to the spread of malware, suggests that all parties will be unhappy.
He also claims that if iOS is forced to open the ecosystem (distribution outside the App Store), users who do not want side road will be dangerous.In addition, it states that cyber criminals may trick users to side roads by imitating the App Store or selling free or expansion access to services and dedicated functions.
The conclusion is that "side roads can be executed on iOS, which are currently difficult to execute on iOS and can be executed more easily and cheaply."In general, Tim Cook CEO repeatedly claims that "side road is destroying iOS security", and the feeling that data from security -related public institutions and major companies is fleshing.I have.
If Apple's claims are brought shortly, "not allowing iOS app distribution outside the official App Store is to protect the privacy and security of all stakeholders."
Meanwhile, MARGRETHE VESTAGER, responsible for the European Union (EU), should not have previously been a shield of Apple's anti -competition (app monopoly on the App Store).He said the purpose.The pressure of letting Apple to recognize the side road around the world may not be loosened in the future.
Source: Building a Trusted Ecosystem for Millions of Apps (PDF)
VIA: 9to5mac
