Well, if you didn't think Malware on your computer was bad, now we have a whole new kind. First, the article.
http://www.technologyreview.com/view/429394/placeraider-the-military-smartphone-malware-designed-to-steal-your-life/
This is Malware designed by our own military. It uses all of the sensors in your phone to create 3D versions of the rooms and buildings you occupy throughout the day, among MANY other uses. This information can be used in various ways. It could be used by a cyber-thief to steal your financial information by viewing papers on your desk. It could also be used by a real criminal to see the layout of your home, to knowing when you'll be there, even recording your conversations.
The implications of this software are so far-reaching that it is incredible.
Remember, the only way for you to make sure you don't get this on your smart phone is to be diligent about what you install. Also, consider an anti-virus on your phone as well to monitor all traffic and applications on your device.
Last but not least, iPhone users, you're not safe either.
"That's an impressive piece of work that reveals some of the vulnerabilities of these powerful devices.And although the current version of the malware runs only on the Android platform, there is no reason why it couldn't be adapted for other systems. "We implemented on Android for practical reasons, but we expect such malware to generalize to other platforms such as iOS and Windows Phone," say Templeman and co."
With great technology comes great responsibility.
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