Security News > 2022 > June > Overview of Top Mobile Security Threats in 2022
2022-06-28 04:43
Sadly, granting extensive permissions to dangerous apps can have severe consequences.
Never give apps all the permissions, see what permission they need to run, and grant only those.
Once installed, the app starts stealing victims' data.
A random app floating online is not the right choice to keep your device up to date.
Even if you trust Google Play Store, do not install every app available.
Use a VPN. If you are in a position where you cannot avoid the use of public Wi-Fi, you need to download VPN apps.
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