| Symantec announced the development of the first antivirus software for the Palm OS platform, just days after the discovery of the world’s first virus to plague cell phones proved viruses can move swiftly to the realm of handheld smart devices.
There are no viruses, worms, or Trojan horses known to be targeting handheld devices, but experts say the Palm OS is just as susceptible to these threats as any operating system, the company said.
According to Symantec, the software, currently a prototype, uses a “microengine” to help antivirus researchers detect potential threats directed at the handheld.
Pricing and availability have yet to be determined. |
