Android Malware on the Rise

If you thought your laptop was the only mobile device that could be infected by malware, think again.

Did you know that your Android Smartphone can also become infected?  According to a recent SecurityWeek article, incidents of Android malware are on the rise.  Droid lovers will have to unite and diligently monitor the latest malware trends if we are to keep our smartphones safe.

http://www.securityweek.com/malicious-android-app-disguises-itself-google-mobile-app

 

Heather Smee recently joined the Information Technology – Risk, Security, and Compliance team as a Policy Awareness Analyst.  She uses her training and technical writing skills to design, develop, and communicate our information security policies, standards, and guidelines at Westfield Insurance.