While users often search for "Mod APKs" to bypass the $10.99 price tag, downloading these modified files from third-party sites carries significant risks: Android Proxy Server - Apps on Google Play Oct 28, 2568 BE —
In 2023, cybersecurity firm Pradeo analyzed a "Pro Mod APK" for a popular proxy tool. The modded version contained a backdoor that uploaded the user’s entire Wi-Fi password list to a remote server in Eastern Europe.