Mobile users need to take security seriously after cyberattack, say experts

The recent unprecedented cyberattack which hit computers globally highlights the importance of cybersecurity, especially for the growing number of smartphone users, security experts said on Wednesday.

An Yang, a security expert at Qihoo 360 Technology Co Ltd, China's largest internet security company, said the WannaCry ransomware virus would not directly infect mobile phones, but users still need to keep an eye on the potential risks.

"This time the virus targeted Windows platforms instead of mobile platforms, such as Android and iOS. However, if people connect their mobile phone to an infected computer to transfer and store data, files and materials on the smartphone's SD card would be encrypted by the virus."