Android Most Likely Target For Mobile Hackers @McAfeeConsumer

8 Jan 2013 · 1 min

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McAfee researchers found Android users are the top target for mobile hackers, citing the open-source ecosystem and apps outside Google Play as major vulnerabilities. Malware including phishing texts and malicious websites is rising across devices, and experts recommend antivirus software and two-way firewalls as protection.

Well, experts for an internet security program discover Android users are the most likely targets for hackers.
In August, Android tech took the lead over Apple's popular iPhone in sales. The company McAfee says now is a good time for users to make sure their gadgets are secure. Some recommendations including doing a quick search for available antivirus and a two-way firewall.
When you have an Android operating system, this means you have access to a lot of additional applications that aren't approved by the Google Play Store. There are thousands and thousands of viruses targeting Androids because it's an open-source system. The bad guys have access to the original code.
Androids aren't the only ones facing security threats. PC, Mac, and mobile— the one— and malware is on the rise, especially with phishing text messages and malicious mobile websites.
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