Cybercriminals have malware in their arsenal that can block a gadget and steal personal data and money from the victim.
The technical director of the Powerbank MTS Yurent service, Ilya Kazakov, warned Russians about this.
In an interview with RT, the expert explained how to protect your smartphone from being hacked.
First of all, you should install a reliable antivirus program.
In addition, it is necessary to update the device's operating system to update the programs responsible for the gadget's security.
It is also strongly recommended not to download programs and media files from unverified sources.
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi should be turned off when not in use, especially when in public places.
It is also worth remembering the main rule that protects against phishing attacks.
You should not follow dubious links or perform important transactions on the go. You can accidentally end up on a fraudulent site and make a payment on such a resource.
Before entering sensitive information, you should check everything carefully and only then carry out the operation.
