If you are connected to the internet through your mobile you need to be alert about the increasing number of mobile hackers in the crowd. The spammers and hackers are now targeting the mobiles to steal personal data from the mobile owners. Even while speaking to somebody your passwords and usernames will be at risk. You may also like to read how to choose a mobile phone.
The hackers are now targeting the mobile owners to collect important data regarding the credit cards, etc. The hackers send spam messages to your mobile which when clicked, activates a Trojan in your mobile’s OS. Whatever you do, the person who has sent you a Trojan will be able to take a look at the data present in your mobile. If you store your passwords in your mobile you are sure to rise from a footpath the next morning. Hence, it is always advised to delete messages that do not come from a confidential source.
Almost 500 such hacks have been reported till date. The numbers will be increasing soon as the mobile owners get addicted to the mobiles. Do not keep any private data on your mobile. If you forget things so often, it is better to note them down in a book properly. This will keep your important data private and secure.
Do scan your mobiles with a good antivirus. The ones which are most praised of are from Netquin and Kaspersky. Install the software and run a thorough scan once a week, preferably at weekends. You will need to keep the mobile on and hence it is advised to keep the mobile in charging mode while the antivirus cleans the mobile corner to corner.
Do not click on the links that come through a message if it does not seem to come from a trusted source. It seems that the cyber police still have to improve a lot to tackle the problems faced by the internet users. In worst cases a hacker will steal the money from your credit card or will empty your paypal accounts.
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