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SmartNews: Breaking News
SmartNews: Breaking News
At SmartNews, we simplify how you read news. Get access to trustworthy articles from your favorite publishers for free. Stay connected to the world around you through vetted content covering everything from politics and health to sports and entertainment.
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Best News Aggregator, 2023 (US)
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Best News App, 2023 (US)
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SmartNews: Breaking News
Package ID
jp.gocro.SmartNews
Version
25.9.10
Developer
SmartNews, Inc.
Category
News
Store Rank
62
App Store Link
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Privacy PolicyObservations Summary:
Permissions Observations
DETECTEDPermissions defined by Apple and Google as dangerous have been observed.
Observed During Analysis
- The app is requesting access to their calendar data.
- The app is requesting access to the device’s camera.
- + 5 more
- The app is requesting access to the user’s location information while the app is running in the foreground.
- The app is requesting access to the device’s microphone.
- The app is requesting add-only access to the user’s photo library.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s photo library.
- App is requesting permission to use data for tracking the user or the device.
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Why Permissions Matter
If not managed properly, dangerous permissions can permit malicious access to sensitive data, and device features.
Privacy Declarations Observations
DISCREPANCY DETECTEDA discrepancy in the declarations was observed, indicating there are conflicts or omissions in the app or component declarations.
Observed During Analysis
- Missing iOS Privacy Manifest
- Missing Accessed API Types Declaration
- + 2 more
- Missing Collected Data Types Declaration
- Missing Privacy Tracking Declaration
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Why Privacy Declarations Matter
Declarations matter because they provide transparency on how apps collect and use sensitive data. iOS requires Privacy Manifest declarations, while Android requires Data Safety disclosures and manifest permissions.
Sensitive Data Collection and Sharing Observations
SENSITIVE INFO FOUNDThis app collects, stores, or shares information that is often designated as sensitive and private.
Observed During Analysis
- Advertiser Identifier (ADID)
- Identifier for Vendor (IDFV)
- + 1 more
- ZIP Code
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Why Data Collection and Sharing Matters
If not managed properly private data can expose enterprises, customers, employees and partners to breach and compliance violations.
Network Connections Observations
DETECTEDNetwork analysis has detected communication with external servers and data transfer patterns.
Observed During Analysis
Connected Hostname:
- adjust.com
- amazon.com
- + 3 more
- apple.com
- cloudflare.com
- google.com
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Server Locations:
- Berlin, Berlin, DE
- Chicago, Illinois, US
- + 5 more
- Cupertino, California, US
- Dulles, Virginia, US
- Mountain View, California, US
- San Francisco, California, US
- Seattle, Washington, US
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Why Network Connections Matter
Uncontrolled communication with external servers by an employee-used app could expose sensitive business data to unauthorized third parties. This unauthorized access can lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance, and damage to your business's reputation and financial standing.
AI Observations
NONE DETECTEDNone detected. Further analysis recommended.
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Why AI Matters
AI features can process sensitive data in unexpected ways, potentially exposing proprietary information or creating liability.
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