Malware hits ‘drive-by downloads’ on Androids

Government Computer News reports it's the first time an infected website has been used to attack Android devices.

Just when you thought it was safe to grab your Android and leave the office, there’s a new Trojan lurking about.

The new malware called “NotCompatible” reaches the mobile devices through what’s called a “drive-by download” because you get it from an infected website.

Government Computer News reports it’s the first time an infected website has been used to attack Android devices.

This story is part of Federal News Radio’s daily Cybersecurity Update. For more cybersecurity news, click here.

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