Android Malware up 472% Since July

Android Malware has increase by nearly 5 times in the past 4 months. It's incredibly easy to create an anonymous developer account, and upload malicious apps on the Android Marketplace. The platform is unprotected, as there is no review process for apps, and apps aren't code signed. If you're an Android user, your best bet is to check the permissions of every app you download, and only download apps that have a large user base and plenty of good reviews. Looking for new or indie apps might be a bad idea. Your other option is to choose a different phone when it's time to upgrade...


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