NSA Advises weekly phone restart to enhance mobile security
TapTechNews June 2nd, the US National Security Agency (NSA) in a report named Best Practices for Mobile Devices, provides a variety of ways to help users defend against hacker attacks. One of the simple and easy ways is to restart the mobile phone once a week.
The report points out that spear-phishing attacks may install malicious software on your mobile phone, and zero-click vulnerability attacks can even poison your device without any action from you. The National Security Agency shuts down the phone at least once a week and then turns it back on. This simple operation can make it harder for hackers to steal information from mobile phones. However, they also remind that this measure cannot completely prevent attacks from happening.
TapTechNews noticed that the report also lists other threats that may affect the security of mobile phones:
Malicious applications: may infect your mobile phone
Malicious Wi-Fi networks: may intercept and redirect your device traffic
Spyware: may monitor the audio and video calls on your mobile phone
Hackers with remote access rights: may collect your call or text message data
People who have had access to your mobile phone for a short time: may also install malicious software or spyware
At the same time, the NSA provides a variety of self-protection methods:
Update applications and operating systems: Ensure that the latest security patches are installed in a timely manner
Use the official application store: Only download applications from the official store
Be cautious when clicking links: Avoid clicking on links or file attachments in emails and text messages, which are common triggering methods of malicious software
Be vigilant with public Wi-Fi networks: Try to avoid connecting to public networks and it is recommended to use a virtual private network when connecting
Turn off Bluetooth: Turn off Bluetooth when not necessary to prevent unknown devices from connecting to your mobile phone
Set a security password: Create a strong password of at least six digits to lock and unlock the mobile phone
Enable biometric features: Use functions such as facial recognition or fingerprint scanning to improve security
Use trusted accessories: Only use original charging cables or charging accessories from trusted manufacturers and avoid using public USB charging stations
Turn off location services: Turn off location services when not necessary
The threats faced by mobile devices are becoming more and more common, and the range and complexity are also increasing, the National Security Agency said in the report. Mobile device users hope to make full use of the functions of the device, but many functions sacrifice security while providing convenience and capabilities. This best practices guide outlines the steps users can take to better protect personal devices and information.