Habits that accidentally help malware sneak into your phone

Seemingly harmless actions like clicking strange links or skipping software updates can create opportunities for malware to infiltrate your phone.

Smartphones today are not only communication tools but also store a lot of personal data, bank accounts, private photos and work information. However, seemingly harmless daily habits are "opening the door" for malware to penetrate and take control of your device.

Unusual messages pose a risk to users.

Click on the fake notification

While browsing the web, you may encounter pop-ups like “You have won a prize” or “Your phone is infected with a virus”. If you accidentally click on one, malware will be installed immediately. Deny notifications from unfamiliar websites and clear your browser cache if you do.

Opening phishing emails and messages

Phishing (via email) and Smishing (via text messages) are common scams. Hackers impersonate major brands or create emergency situations to trick you into clicking on malicious links. With the help of AI, these messages are getting more sophisticated. Never open attachments or click on links from unknown sources.

Lazy to update software

Ignoring operating system and application updates is a big mistake. Security patches fix vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit. Turn on automatic updates to stay protected.

Skipping software updates is a habit that leaves your phone vulnerable to malware attacks.

Installing apps from unofficial sources

Downloading apps from third-party stores or .apk files of unknown origin poses great risks. Even apps on Google Play or the App Store, if “abandoned” for a long time, can contain unpatched vulnerabilities.

Visit fake website

Some websites are designed to look exactly like the official site to fool users. When you log in or provide information, your data is stolen. Double-check the URL and use a browser with security warnings.

Mr. Quang

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