{"id":4286,"date":"2019-12-31T13:15:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-31T11:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eset.ee\/?p=4286"},"modified":"2019-12-31T13:11:32","modified_gmt":"2019-12-31T11:11:32","slug":"20-tips-for-2020-be-smarter-with-your-smartphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.eset.ee\/et\/en\/2019\/12\/31\/20-tips-for-2020-be-smarter-with-your-smartphone\/","title":{"rendered":"20 tips for 2020: Be smarter with your smartphone"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Yesterday, we discussed\u00a0bad cybersecurity habits you should avoid in 2020<\/a>, especially where computers are involved. We\u2019re not done yet. Some of the recommendations apply to both computers and smartphones, such as being especially wary when connecting to a public Wi-Fi network. Our upcoming recommendations are more smartphone-centric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authentication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019d think that locking your phone would be a no-brainer, but contrary to popular belief, not all people secure their smartphones with an authentication measure. According to a report by the Pew Research Center<\/a>, almost a third of Americans don\u2019t use any kind of screen lock. You should always securely lock your device, period. And by locking your device, we don\u2019t mean half-hearted measures like an L pattern or a 1234 PIN. Optimally, use a combination of a biometric feature if possible (fingerprint or face recognition) and a password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the official store<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As enticing as the prospect of rooting or jailbreaking your device might sound, most manufacturers advise against it. Not without good reason: it opens your device to unnecessary risks. It also sometimes adds an unofficial app store, which isn\u2019t as strictly monitored as official stores. Apps aren\u2019t curated on such alternative stores, nor do they go through an approval process, which means you could download an overtly malicious app that may wreak havoc on your device. You have probably surmised that it\u2019s best to stick to official stores to minimize the risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Granting apps permissions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apps request a variety of permissions so they can work appropriately. You usually just scroll over them absentmindedly and tap accept. As convenient as that might be, you should always peruse the permission list requested by an application.  If you accept them all you may be granting bad actors access to sensitive data or allowing them to scam you out of money, or even to spy on you. After all, does a flashlight<\/a> app really need access to your microphone or camera?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using security software<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people underestimate the value of using security software to protect their smartphones, which is surprising, to say the least. The reasoning behind it may be that they still consider it to be a phone more than a pocket personal computer. Regardless of the reason, we have seen time and again that smartphones are susceptible to breaches and attacks the same way computers are. Therefore, reputable security software can spare you from a headache in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remote wiping<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expanding on the previous tip, the better security software providers offer the nuclear option of remotely wiping your device if it is lost or stolen. As radical as the idea may sound, it is a good option to have if you store sensitive data you don\u2019t want anyone to see. Alternatively, you may be able to set up your device to wipe itself if authentication fails a certain number of times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encryption, backup, and patching<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One rule all of us should always follow is to back up our data. In the event you become a victim of a malicious attack that may corrupt or lock your files, at least you\u2019ll have a backup you can use for recovery.  Encryption is also a critical step you should not underestimate. Encrypting the files on your smartphone will give the bad actors a run for their money, making it harder for them to realize their malicious intent. To lower the chance of any of the mentioned things happening, you should always install the latest official updates on your device since they often contain security patches that help keep you protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safe disposal of the device<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might want to pass along your device or even sell it, but that entails several steps you have to go through so that you dispose of it safely. Depending on the device, that might include anything from encrypting the drive before wiping it to logging out of all the services you use. Whatever the case, don\u2019t underestimate the critical importance of conducting the process thoroughly so that your privacy remains intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dodgy calls and phishing texts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phishing scams take all kinds of forms and although email is the most popular conduit, by far it is not the only one. Scammers have been known to send out text messages<\/a> that contain infected links that can contain all types of malware. Recently, bad actors have been engaging in more sinister attempts. You may receive calls from international numbers from countries you have never had any interaction with. By calling the number back you can be charged exorbitant prices, so if that ever happens think long and hard before calling back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can\u2019t happen to me<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hopefully, you\u2019ll never have to deal with the fallout of a security breach or of your accounts being hacked. But admitting that the possibility is always there can help you in the long run. Being prepared is by no means a bad thing. From securing your device, to having backups at the ready, or having the option to remotely wipe your device, you can reduce the damage to a minimum. If nothing happens great; if something does, you\u2019re ready to face it head-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That sums up our list of 20 tips for 2020. We hope that these tips will help you in having a better, safer year with less to worry about and more to look forward to. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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