What's the Problem?

The problem with Skype for Android, as was , is the way that the app stores your personal data. That data includes everything from your Skype username, contacts, profile, and instant message logs to far more sensitive information, such as your account balance, full name, date of birth, address, phone numbers, e-mail address, your biography, and more. Also at risk is similar data about your contacts.

Whew.

According to AndroidPolice.com, "Skype mistakenly left these files with improper permissions, allowing anyone or any app to read them. Not only are they accessible, but completely unencrypted."

That means that, if you were to unknowingly download a malicious app, it could be used to access all of that information from your phone. Your credit card data is not at risk, but -- as you can see -- plenty of personal information is up for grabs.