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Cybercriminals are in constant search of sensitive data, and when such data is detected on a device, they will try their best to gain access through the device’s security flaws. Unfortunately, many do not educate themselves about the risks of having unsecure mobile devices resulting in being the perfect targets for these criminals. Visit Us:- https://cerebra.sa/2021/11/02/the-threats-of-mobile-malware-explored/

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Explain Threats of Mobile Malware in Detail

Cybercriminals are in constant search of sensitive data, and when such data is detected on a device, they will try their best to gain access through the device’s security flaws. Unfortunately, many do not educate themselves about the risks of having unsecure mobile devices resulting in being the perfect targets for these criminals. Visit Us:- https://cerebra.sa/2021/11/02/the-threats-of-mobile-malware-explored/

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The Threats of Mobile Malware

With mobile phones becoming an integral part of our daily life and with many shifting from desktops
to mobile devices as their main way of computing, cybercriminals are following along. Unfortunately,
the threats posed by mobile malware are evolving and becoming more sophisticated than ever,
making them one of the rising cyber threats at this time.Cybercriminals are in constant search of
sensitive data, and when such data is detected on a device, they will try their best to gain access
through the device’s security flaws. Unfortunately, many do not educate themselves about the risks of
having unsecure mobile devices resulting in being the perfect targets for these criminals. There have
been multiple vulnerabilities and attacks made on mobile device companies such as, Apple and
Android, which opened the eyes of some to how they put their full trust into these companies when at
any moment their systems could be compromised.

3 Main Mobile Malware threats:

Mobile malware is a malicious malware that specifically targets mobile phones, smartwatches, and
tablet operating systems with the goal to steal private data. This Malware is constantly adapting
and evolving to gain access to mobile devices. – Trojan’s: A Trojan is a computer program that is
meant to disrupt or steal personal data such as text messages or browsing history while staying
unnoticed. A Trojan first portrays as if it is a legitimate application or file then it tries to trick you into
downloading the malware on your device. And, with many people relying on their mobiles for their
financials for instance, this led criminals to use trojans to steal information, these trojans are known as
Banking trojans. In 2020, McAfee Mobile security has discovered that Banking Trojan activity
increased by 141%, and the number continues to rise in 2021 (McAfee Mobile Threat Report 2021).

Adware: or sometimes known as Madware, Mobile Adware, is a type of software designed to display
intrusive advertisements on a user’s screen without their permission. It generally gets onto a phone by
installing a script or software, and it often happens without the user’s knowledge. Most types of
adware are designed to collect personal data from your phone with spyware to spam you with ads.
This private data varies from passwords to your location and even your contact list. Adware is
difficult to remove as it was designed to install itself unnoticed. It has been the most prevalent threat
to Android smartphones this year, accounting for 45% of all attacks. This malware poses a threat not
only to you but also to anyone on your contact list.

Ransomware: Yes, even your mobile phones are exposed to ransomware attacks! This is a surprise for
many due to the fact that users are not educated about this topic. Ransomware is a form of malware
that encrypts a user’s data and locks it until the criminal is paid. It’s not nearly as common as it is on a
desktop, but it surely can happen. Recently, people are being tricked into downloading mobile
ransomware through social media, believing they are downloading a harmless file or essential
software.

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