Google is developing a new security feature for Android 16 called Intrusion Detection, discovered in a Google Play Services beta by Android Authority, rather than in the Android 16 beta itself.
Referred to in the code as part of Advanced Protection, Intrusion Detection includes its own Log Collection system. It logs key data points such as browsing history, app installations, Bluetooth connections, lock screen credentials, and Wi-Fi information.
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These logs are tied to the user’s Google account and are stored in a private, encrypted Google Drive folder accessible only by the account owner. The stored data can be used for forensic analysis in cases of suspicious activity.
Users must opt in to activate Intrusion Detection by granting permission to store their data. The feature appears to be an extension of Google’s Advanced Protection Program, which is designed for individuals at higher risk of cyberattacks, such as journalists, human rights workers, and campaign staff.
The Advanced Protection Program already helps users avoid malicious downloads and includes passkey support for biometric sign-ins. While Intrusion Detection has appeared in earlier versions of Google’s code, its development has advanced, though it’s still unclear if it will officially launch with Android 16.