If you have an Android smartphone this is definitely something you want to read. The internet crime complaint center has issued a warning to all Android users about malware attacks that are specifically targeting Android devices. That means if you have a phone manufactured by Samsung, HTC, Pantech, Motorola, and others you could be under malware attack. The names of the two suspected malware programs are Loozfon and FinFisher; the way they attack is as follows:
For Loozfon: They will implement a false advertisement explaining how you could make a sizable profit by sending emails from home. If you click on this link, you are sent to a website that will push Loozfon onto your device and the malware will then attempt to steal your address book contacts.
For FinFisher: This spyware is activated by clicking on a specific weblink, or by opening a text message that is disguised as a system update. The result of triggering this spyware, the ability for FinFisher to remotely control and monitor your communications.
Although these are very scary situations, there are ways of preventing these attacks on your device. If your going to add an application make sure you check out who the publishing developer or company is. Try to obtain some type of malware protection for your device. Watch out for applications that as to use your Geo Location because they could be using that ability for evil. Make sure you use a password for your device and enable the screenlock ability after a few minutes of inactivity.
For more information regarding malware, spyware, or attacks on your devices please visit this link: http://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx
source: forbes
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