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Every nine seconds comes a new malicious application for Android devices, so there is an average of nearly nine thousand 500 harmful to day applications, the company said computer security G DATA
the firm notes that among the most common threats are:. ransomware, a type of malicious software that restricts access to certain parts or files infected system, and asks for a ransom remove the restriction.
therefore, he advises users to use an antivirus solution that protects devices from malicious applications and ensure safe navigation.
it also recommends developing backups periodically especially those documents, photographs and sensitive information.
G dATA states that regularly update the operating system and installed applications ensures the identification of new risks, as individual downloads that are required in official stores like Google Play.
Remember users to delete without reading, the spam emails from unknown senders or suspicious looking.
also recommended not pay under any circumstances “rescue” of the files, since it does not guarantee data recovery and helps maintain business cybercriminal industry.
the company indicates that January to June this year reported more than 1.7 million new malicious applications available for Android devices, ie, 30% more than recorded in the previous quarter and higher than the cumulative figure for the 12 months of 2014. JMS
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