When using the most popular apps, the least a user can expect is transparent data practices and basic app security standards. However, the top 35 U.S. apps that we tested across several categories at Appknox showed considerable security gaps.
Our research with 1,000 U.S. consumers shows that
These disconnects represent more than a security problem. It's a competitive landscape waiting to be reshaped—a business opportunity that top businesses are overlooking.
Download this whitepaper to learn more about the security gaps in the most downloaded U.S. apps, the most vulnerable app categories, breach case studies, and actionable solutions to fix such security loopholes.
Insight |
Reality |
88% of users prefer independently tested apps |
0% of top apps passed all user-expected checks |
81% want end-to-end encryption |
Only 46% of apps offer it |
53% uninstall apps for excessive permissions |
Only 34% minimized permission requests |
3,793 security issues were identified across 35 apps |
100% had ≥1 critical or high vulnerability |