7 NOVEMBER 2023
By: JASMINE ANAND
As phones have become an integral part of our lives, hackers are now increasingly stealing private data to make money. They steal the confidential data stored on your phone and use it to their advantage. Here are top 6 warning signs of phone hacking.
Unexpectedly high phone bills? Malware may be the culprit. Spyware constantly running on your phone can cause excessive data usage.
Watch out for push notifications displaying fake virus alerts or threats; they signal potential adware infections needing user interaction.
Bloatware or pre-downloaded apps are common, but unauthorised new apps on your phone could indicate a hacker's access to your phone.
Phone batteries naturally wear out, yet sudden rapid draining, despite consistent use, could indicate hacking compromising efficiency and performance of your phone.
- Slow performance of phone, app crashes, freezing of your screen or your phone taking forever to perform any task are some of the ways to check if your phone is hacked. - These red flags signal malware affecting your device's functionality and speed.
Examine messages and call logs for unknown numbers or odd symbols. Unexpected calls and messages may indicate a compromised device.
Stay vigilant! Recognise these 6 signs to detect if your phone is hacked and protect your digital security!