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Smartphones around the world are witnessing a rising wave of malicious attacks targeting user data and finances, amid increasing reliance on mobile devices in daily life. According to a recent report from (Kaspersky), the number of malware targeting phones rose by 27% during the first quarter of 2025, with nearly 180,000 software samples recorded, including banking trojans and data stealers. The danger of these attacks lies in their ability to silently infiltrate devices, as seen in cases like the (Triada) campaign, which was pre-installed in some phones during manufacturing and managed to modify digital wallet data and steal sensitive information from banking applications. Security reports have also warned of advanced attacks targeting public and political figures, as a phone can turn into a spying tool through silent hacking techniques that require no interaction from the user. Indicators such as unexplained battery drain or device performance slowdown are among the most prominent signs of malware infection. For protection, experts recommend following preventive steps that include: regularly updating the system and applications, downloading software only from official stores, being cautious of suspicious messages and links, using encrypted messaging apps, enabling airplane mode on unsecured networks, installing reliable antivirus software, monitoring battery consumption and device performance, and resorting to factory reset when strong suspicion of hacking arises. In light of the expanding scope of digital attacks, digital awareness has become the first line of defense for every user, as the threat is no longer just hypothetical, but is now present in the pocket of anyone carrying a smartphone.

Always update your phone regularly

Carefully monitor battery and performance

Download apps from stores