Security researchers have analyzed contact-tracing mobile apps from around the globe and found that their developers have generally failed to implement suitable security and privacy protections.
The results of the analysis
In an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19, governments are aiming to provide their citizenry with contact-tracing mobile apps. But, whether they are built by a government entity or by third-party developers contracted to do the job, security has largely taken a backseat to speed.
