Do you run a virus scanner on your Android?

[SHRED]

If so which one do you like?

I'm running Avast on my Galaxy S5 but I'm not sure it does anything.

[MuseRider]

1. I have used Avast for years

and I am also not sure it is doing anything BUT I have never had a single problem so there is that as well.

[MichMan]

2. I really like Malware Bytes nm

[ManiacJoe]

3. Another vote for Malware Bytes.

It does daily scans on my phone.

Some will say that AV software is not needed on Android since the user must confirm any installation of programs.

[Go Vols]

4. This Android malware can secretly root your phone and install programs

Android users beware: a new type of malware has been found in legitimate-looking apps that can “root” your phone and secretly install unwanted programs.

The malware, dubbed Godless, has been found lurking on app stores including Google Play, and it targets devices running Android 5.1 (Lollipop) and earlier, which accounts for more than 90 percent of Android devices, Trend Micro said Tuesday in a blog post.

Godless hides inside an app and uses exploits to try to root the OS on your phone. This basically creates admin access to a device, allowing unauthorized apps to be installed.

http://www.csoonline.com/article/3086943/mobile-security/this-android-malware-can-secretly-root-your-phone-and-install-programs.html