Clues Suggest Malware Is Moving from PCs to Mobile Devices
Researchers report signs that moneymaking malware common on PCs is being adapted to mobile phones and tablets.
The fact that smartphones and tablets don’t need antivirus software or regular software updates is a major reason for their popularity. That could soon change, however, as security companies report evidence that criminals are getting close to finding efficient and profitable ways to compromise many mobile devices at a time.http://www.technologyreview.com/news/512021/clues-suggest-malware-is-moving-from-pcs-to-mobile-devices/
The fact that smartphones and tablets don’t need antivirus software or regular software updates is a major reason for their popularity. That could soon change, however, as security companies report evidence that criminals are getting close to finding efficient and profitable ways to compromise many mobile devices at a time.http://www.technologyreview.com/news/512021/clues-suggest-malware-is-moving-from-pcs-to-mobile-devices/
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