Upland Systems Ltd
The rise of mobile devices has completely changed the way we live and work. Granting us all the ability to access information and services anywhere, at any time, mobile phones have made our lives more convenient. Though with this constant connectivity, comes greater cybersecurity risks. Hackers and cybercriminals have begun targeting mobile devices as a gateway into personal information and data. Here are our top tips for protecting your mobile device from hackers.
Enhance your mobile security with anti-virus software.
Anti-virus software is not only important for your PC. One of the best things you can do to protect your mobile devices from hackers is to install an anti-virus solution. These solutions include protection against viruses – malicious software that abuses a device’s resources – and malware more generally, which can litter a device with ads, or attempt to gather personal data. We work alongside the award-winning cyber security provider, ESET. ESET’s technology and solutions are trusted by businesses and homes across the country and provide active protection to ensure you browse online safely.
Be cautious of public Wi-Fi.
Using public Wi-Fi could be your number one vulnerability when it comes to cybersecurity. When you connect to public Wi-Fi, malicious actors could access your information, allowing them to steal your passwords and personal information. To protect your data, you should use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). This software creates a secure connection between multiple networks and encrypts all data sent and received over the connection. It also hides your IP address so that it cannot be found easily.
Keep your operating system updated.
A key part of staying protected is maintaining up-to-date devices. To protect your mobile devices, operating systems should be updated on a frequent basis. This means upgrading your phone and laptop when a new software update is available, to fix bugs and security vulnerabilities before they are exploited by hackers.
Encrypt your mobile device.
Encrypting your mobile devices will protect the data on the device if it’s lost or stolen. You can encrypt your phone by going into Settings, then Security. It will ask you for a passcode and there should be an option to encrypt the entire phone. Windows PCs can also be encrypted, using BitLocker, which can be accessed by typing BitLocker into the Windows start menu, though this is a feature reserved for Windows Pro machines.
Only download and use official apps and stores.
One of the easiest ways to protect your mobile device is to only download official apps and only download from official app stores, such as the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. This will ensure that you are not downloading any malicious software onto your phone, as these stores verify the legitimacy of an application before hosting it on the store. Viruses, spyware, keyloggers, and other malware can be installed on an unsuspecting user’s phone through unofficial applications and stores. These programs can then steal information and data without a user’s knowledge.
Conclusion
Mobile Device Security is a vital component of IT security. It is important to take the necessary steps to protect your mobile device and personal data.
Don’t delay, make sure you have the best possible protection for your mobile device today. When you instruct our team, we set to work right away to minimise any threat to your cybersecurity. Contact us today to discuss your security options by calling 01298 74780.