How Do Hackers Hack Phones and How Can I Prevent It?

 How much does your phone privacy matter to you? I’m sure you are ready to go the extra mile when it comes to your phone security. Don’t worry there are plenty of ways in which you can secure your phone from hackers.  But before that, you must know all the possible ways a hacker can use to hack your phone along with its prevention.

How do hackers hack your privacy through your phone?

With emerging technology, there are plenty of simplified ways in which one can hack your phone. Hackers evolve various ways to hack your privacy. They usually target the user's vulnerabilities in their ways of operating the phones. They trick the user in various ways: -

1)   Phishing

Phishing attacks involve the technique of delivering fake messages that seem to be from a reliable source. Email is frequently used for this. Phishing begins with a phony email or other communication meant to seduce a target. The communication is crafted to appear to be from a reliable sender. If the victim falls for it, they may be persuaded to divulge private information, frequently on a fraudulent website.

2)   Swap the SIM

SIM card swapping happens when a hacker calls your phone company under the guise of you, requests a new SIM card, and then hangs up. Once the carrier provides the hacker with the new SIM, the old SIM card will be deactivated, and your phone number will essentially be taken. The hacker has now seized control of your phone calls, messages, and other communications, so this indicates. It's evident that the CEO of a significant computer business was the victim of this hacking technique, which needs the ostensibly difficult work of persona-changing.

3)   Public Wi-Fi

The unsecured public Wi-Fi is a real threat to you. Hackers frequently use public Wi-Fi, which is frequently unsafe due to inadequate security standards or perhaps none at all, to target sensitive areas like bank accounts.

How to prevent it?

1)   Update your phone-

It’s essential to update your phone regularly. If you don’t have it in your habit, then you must install K7 antivirus security on your mobile to be safe and secure. This software automatically removes all junk files and threats.

2)   Select VAN always

Public Wi-Fi is the most vulnerable way of hacking your mobile. To avoid all possible dangers one must use VAN.

3)    Public charging

The one that seems to be most secure is actually dangerous in nature. By inserting malware into the charging station, some hackers have been known as "juice jack." It’s always safe and advisable to carry a portable charger with you.

4)   Phone encryption

Keep your phone encrypted as it avoids access to the personal information of users. It will protect all your calls, messages, and other personal information.  

5)   Keep your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth off

Your Bluetooth and Wi-Fi can help hackers to trace you whenever you go and whatever you are doing.

Conclusion

Being alert can safeguard you from all threats. There is various software that can work on your behalf. Antivirus software like K7 antivirus will keep your device smart and alert. It tracks all the threats and provides a shield against all sorts of criminal activities. If you want to be safe then select K7 antivirus and relax.

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