![]() Malwarebytes says it appears that the browser-opening code came from within the core Barcode Scanner software itself. In this case, Barcode Scanner’s SDK wasn’t the problem. Sometimes the ads served up through those connections can become a nuisance, though, earning an app the label of “ adware.” That’s a common way for developers to monetize their creations, especially for a “free” version of an app. One example is an app whose software developer kit (SDK) allows for third-party companies to display ads within the app itself. ![]() The researcher makes a clear distinction: There are many ways apps can go from innocent to annoying with behavior that serves up advertisements.
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