India Faces Mobile Malware Crisis: 26% of Global Attacks, Android Void Emerges
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Storyboard•12-01-2026, 12:46
India Faces Mobile Malware Crisis: 26% of Global Attacks, Android Void Emerges
- •India accounts for 26% of global mobile malware attacks, making it the most affected country.
- •Mobile threat activity in India surged by 38% in 2025, driven by rapid digital adoption.
- •Zscaler ThreatLabz found 239 malicious apps on Google Play Store, downloaded over 40 million times globally.
- •The "Tools" category is a major distribution channel, with malware disguised as productivity apps.
- •Retail & Wholesale (38%) and Hospitality (31%) are the most targeted sectors in India.
Why It Matters: India leads global mobile malware attacks, driven by digitisation and exploited through malicious apps.
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