Smart Phone
Survey reveals over 1 billion Android smartphones are vulnerable to cyberattacks
When purchasing a mid-range Android smartphone, consumers often prioritize key factors such as the device’s price, features, battery life, and the operating system it runs on. While these considerations are important and certainly influence purchasing decisions, one crucial aspect that sometimes gets overlooked is the long-term software support the phone will receive. To ensure that […]
How to make your smartphone private
Whether it’s an Apple iPhone or an Android device there is always a snooping threat looming on the users as firms like Google or Facebook refuse to give ownership to their users over data share. Although Apple Inc promotes that it sells products and services as per its consumer’s privacy, there is no guarantee that […]
Chinese smartphones now stealing cryptocurrency from wallets
The next time you’re looking for a budget-friendly smartphone, particularly one from a Chinese brand, you might want to proceed with caution. A recent warning from cybersecurity experts at Dr. Web, an anti-virus software company, suggests that purchasing low-cost smartphones manufactured in China could lead to significant security issues down the road. According to their […]
How to test if your smart phone is spying on you
In today’s digital landscape, data privacy and security are top concerns for users, especially those relying on smartphones, as these devices may inadvertently record conversations and transmit data to remote servers. If you’re worried about potential eavesdropping by your smartphone, security researchers at NordVPN have developed a simple experiment to help determine if your device […]
NSA suggests these 11 mobile security tips to Android and iPhone users
The National Security Agency (NSA) of the United States has recently issued a set of comprehensive guidelines aimed at enhancing the security of Android and Apple iPhone users against various digital threats such as hacks and snooping campaigns. These guidelines are particularly pertinent for users in India and other Asian countries, which have been increasingly […]
10 ways to know your smart phone has spying malware
Numerous world leaders have expressed concerns regarding espionage-related malware being surreptitiously planted on their personal devices by their adversaries. This clandestine practice aims to gather classified information or monitor their activities. Apple Inc. issued a statement yesterday, urging iPhone users to exercise caution, as certain states have been reported to hire hackers to engage in […]
Australian Prime Minister urges citizens to turn off their mobile phones to fend cyber attacks
It’s strange! But its true that Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked his citizens to turn off their mobile phones daily for 5-10 minutes to combat cyber threats and risks associated to attacks. The suggestion was made after the Nation’s leader was provided a briefing on how to a 5-minute turn-off a smart phone […]
Most commonly used PINs putting smart phones to cyber risks
In today’s world, almost everyone owns a smartphone. In fact, it has become a necessity rather than a materialistic want. To secure the device from fraudulent access, mobile operating system manufacturers are coming up with various security features, among which phone PIN is the most commonly used option. However, according to a research study carried […]
Follow these simple tricks to keep your smart phone secure in 2023
Smart Phones have become a need for us these days as they assist us in commuting, help in entertaining us if/when bored, help communicate with near & dear, read news and do more such stuff. But as these gadgets have turned crucial in our lives, many hackers are also interested in infiltrating them, to get […]
Watch out for these signs to know whether your phone is hacked
Are you having a doubt that your smartphone has been hacked or is being used by remote hackers for malevolent scams? If so, then watch out for these abnormal behavioral signs to know whether the device has been hacked. When apps are taking longer time to open than usual, it can be a sign that […]
