Don't be an unwitting victim of third-party hacks. Here are some of the ways you can recognize if your smartphone has been targeted and what to do about it.
Smartphones have profoundly changed the way people live, communicate with each other, and keep themselves entertained. But like everything else, there’s a downside. Corrupt people always want what doesn’t belong to them, and devise elaborate criminal methods to get what they want and make everyone else miserable.
Signs your smartphone has been hacked Excessive pop-up ads Beware of X-rated or screaming, flashing ads. Even if you don’t employ a pop-up blocker, it’s easy to discern the difference between legitimate content and number of pop-up ads and a potential criminal problem. Most pop-ups are generated by the site you’re visiting or an advertiser associated with that site.
Strange apps Both iOS and Android phones come with a slate of apps that vendors believe users need and want. We all know those apps — some are easy to get rid of, some are integral to the functioning of the device, and others are disposable. The problem arises with third-party apps that you do not recognize, remember downloading, or even use. Mystery apps are a sign that your phone has been hacked.
Running hot If your handset suddenly feels unusually warm or hot to the touch, it may be the result of malware of data mining apps consuming resources in the background — or even someone remotely controlling your device.
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