Credit card hacking and computer hacking are some of the large scale issues we all face. However, the latest creepy trend is smartphone hacking. Smartphones have inbuilt security features but are vulnerable to hacking and exposing the most private information. Having a passcode and disabling some settings may prevent your phone from hacking.
Who is hacking
Hacking a family member or friend smartphone and threatening them to expose their calls is the latest creepy trend happening in our communities. Users are unaware that sometimes the most nearer ones are the ones that are hacking your smartphones. Sharing the apple id and passcode is enough to hack an iPhone. Apps are available that can forward all your calls, reset your logins, and transfer all secure date including photos, notes, and other information.
iPhone hacking is a known issue in the Apple community and many have fallen victims of it. Using public wifi or sharing the account details to someone can lead to smartphone hacking. Users are even unaware that their phone is hacked until they see some huge bill in their credit card or their private conversations/chats are exposed online.
What are the Signs of Smartphone Hacking
Low volume during the call, muffled noise in the background, blank calls, unrecognized apps, and so on are some of the signs that the smartphone is hacked. The battery runs off often, smartphone applications slow down, and you don’t even recognize some of the apps that are running on your phone. Without your knowledge, all calls are forwarding to a group of numbers that can also record the conversations for further sharing.
How to Avoid Smartphone Hacking
Placing your phone in the national Do Not Call Registry may help avoid unwanted calls. As soon as you suspect that your phone is hacked, resetting the phone will help. Creating a new id and deleting unwanted apps will also help. Updating the latest phone software is needed. Turning off Bluetooth and cellular when not in use will help. Manage the security settings of the apps and the device you are using. Take backups before resetting the smartphone.
We are sharing a lot of information on the Internet. At the same time, we do not want to share some information such as private conversations, credit card information, and bank account details. Creepy people are getting into our phones and torturing with hacking. If you see the problem persists, discard the phone and buy a new one. If you suspect a person that is hacking, stop sharing your accounts with that person. Many are opting for nonsmart phones for phone calls to avoid hacking altogether. Smartphones are allowing us to become smart at the same time they are leaving us vulnerable to hacking.