Malware hits Android Smartphones
Trend Micro has noted a fourteen-fold increase (1410%) of malware targeting Android smartphone users in the last six months. This is perceived as due to their increased potential for damage and propagation. Owning to their portability and advanced computing features, smartphones are becoming popular devices among consumers. However, these gadgets are susceptible to various security threats regardless of the operating system they are running.
"While smartphones are becoming increasingly popular, users should be aware that their heavy use has made them likely targets of security threats. The threats include worms and spyware that track users' Web activity and location, make charges via SMS messages, and more. If your phone gets infected, don't panic. Just remove the malicious application and scan your computer with security software if the two devices are often connected. Most importantly, changing passwords to your online accounts," said Amit Nath, Country Manager India &SAARC, Trend Micro.
A survey by Trend Micro indicated that 44 per cent of the users are lax with regard to surfing via mobile phones and only 23 per cent of the respondents utilize mobile phone security software. This lack of vigilance among users makes them vulnerable to the Web threats.
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