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> not having Google Play Services would dramatically reduce the security posture of an Android device. I understand Verified Boot, but how would removing Googl
by hackuser 10y ago
> not having Google Play Services would dramatically reduce the security posture of an Android device.
I understand Verified Boot, but how would removing Google Play Services damage security? It would seem to reduce the attack surface.
- weeks 10y agoFor one, without Google Play Services you have no Play Store. Unless you're going to prevent users from installing apps entirely, there isn't really another safe way to obtain apps. Additionally Verify Apps, SafetyNet, Safe Browsing, etc. are all part of Google Play Services. You _really_ want Verify Apps.
- hackuser 10y agoExcellent points; thanks.
- ionised 10y agoF-Droid, Raccoon, MicroG?
- hackuser 10y agoF-Droid and Racoon are ways to obtain apps. MicroG is an alternative to Google Play Services. How do these solve the other issues the commenter mentioned? Does MicroG include "Verify Apps, SafetyNet, Safe Browsing, etc."?