A fake WhatsApp clone is appearing above the real app in Google Play Store's sponsored slots, accumulating over 500,000 downloads. The impostor listing mimics the official app with identical icons, screenshots, and description, raising concerns about Play Store security measures.
Background
Google Play Store has faced recurring issues with malicious and deceptive apps exploiting its review process. This incident follows a similar Chrome clone spotted earlier in the week.
- Source
- The Verge
- Published
- Oct 16, 2026 at 11:02 PM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10