Viruses, Trojans, and malware are not unique to desktop computers. Android users also need to be aware of these issues. And while Google is actively working to keep your app store clean, there is no avoiding any intruders.
Google often scans the Android Play Store for malicious apps that harm users in some way. But recently, mobile threat experts from Avast, ESET and SfyLabs released a report showing that simple apps easily bypassed Google's surveillance systems.