Cyber fraud is increasing every year, leading to the emergence of many suspicious and dangerous applications, including fake "Diia", Telegram, or WhatsApp.
Malicious applications on mobile phones can cause a range of issues, including:
- slow device performance;
- rapid battery drain;
- eavesdropping on your conversations and reading your messages;
- theft of passwords and accounts;
- acquisition of personal, confidential data, as well as financial information with the intent to steal money;
- a significant amount of advertising displayed not only within the app but also externally.
The first signs to watch for if you suspect a malicious application may be installed on your smartphone include the appearance of new icons on the screen, reduced battery life, slowed phone performance, and intrusive notifications.
To prevent the installation of malicious applications on your smartphone, experts recommend, first and foremost, always updating the device's software, as updates often fix various vulnerabilities in the operating system.
Secondly, only use official app stores – App Store for iOS and Google Play for Android, and check the developer and reviews before downloading applications.
Avoid clicking on intrusive ads online or suspicious links in social media, emails, or SMS.
Additionally, review the permissions that different applications request, and do not grant access unrelated to the app's functions.
