In case they attack your mobile, they could have access to everything you have stored. They could see the messages, photos, videos, installed applications… For example, they could read the validation codes you receive to enter the bank, on social networks, etc. It is certainly a Important problem and what should be avoided.
More mobile use, more attacks
The reason is simple: we use the mobile a lot more than a few years ago. And beware, it does not mean that we make more calls, send more SMS or even browse longer. The problem is that we use services and platforms that were not so common before. For example, we can access the bank account, make purchases, use social networks…
Is this exactly what cybercriminals take advantage. This greater use makes us more exposed and they seek to find a way to attack us. In fact, it is estimated that today over 60% of total Internet traffic comes from mobile phones. Not too many years ago that was unthinkable.
Hackers are adapting the attack techniques. For example, Phishing against mobile phones has increased a lot, while these same strategies against computers have decreased. With the increased use of the phones and platforms that we just use here, the attacks have to change.
Think about the large amount of important data that you can have on your mobile. We are talking about credentials to log in that you have saved (simply by opening the application, you can enter social networks), WhatsApp messages, emails, information that you have in notes, programs to access home automation… All of this can remain exposed and be targeted by hackers.
How to protect the phone
But what can you do to avoid attacks on your mobile and improve security? Something essential is to maintain common sense. Don’t make mistakes. For example, you should not download files that could be dangerous, do not install programs from unofficial sources and do not expose more data than necessary on social networks.
You should also have a good anti virus installed. Having security programs will help you prevent the entry of malware. It is key to protect any system and this type of application will notify you in the event that some type of virus or suspicious file enters and will eliminate it before it acts.
Another very important point is to have all well updated. Vulnerabilities sometimes appear that hackers can use to exploit and gain access to computers. If you install the latest versions, you can fix those bugs and also make the device work better.
As you can see, mobile phones are the target of hackers. It is important that you take certain precautionary measures, since with the increase in the use that we give to telephones, cyber attacks also increase. Install a good antivirus, update the system and, most importantly, do not make mistakes. Just as you can protect IoT devices, you can do the same with mobile.
