Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has released a report identifying 23 apps and SDKs that violate user rights by improperly collecting and using personal information, as part of a broader initiative to protect personal information in compliance with relevant laws and regulations [1]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - The MIIT's actions are part of a series of special initiatives announced by four government departments, including the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission, aimed at enhancing personal information protection [1]. - The report is based on findings from third-party testing organizations that conducted random checks on various apps and SDKs [1]. Group 2: Identified Apps and Issues - A total of 23 apps and SDKs were reported for various violations, including: - "保卫萝卜2" (Beijing Kai Luo Tian Xia Technology) - Violating personal information collection [1]. - "多屏互动" (Shenzhen Falcon Network Media) - Violating personal information collection [1]. - "进图" (Xiamen Courage Network) - Forcing excessive permission requests [1]. - "掌上大学" (Hangzhou Xinmai Technology) - Violating personal information collection [1]. - "花生日记" (Guangzhou Peanuts Network) - Forcing excessive permission requests [1]. - "汇盈广告" (Shanghai Zhenlai Technology) - Inadequate SDK information disclosure [2]. Group 3: Specific Violations - Common issues identified include: - Excessive and forced permission requests across multiple apps [1][2]. - Improper collection of personal information beyond necessary scope [2][3]. - Information windows that redirect users improperly or cannot be closed [2][3].
工信部通报23款APP侵害用户权益 《保卫萝卜2》《贪吃蛇大作战》等被点名