YOGYAKARTA Mobile apps are computer programs designed to run on mobile devices, such as smartphones. Currently, there are millions of apps available on Google PlayStore and App Store. However, not all apps are available, it's safe to download and install on smartphones.
According to Avast's report, the Prague-based cybersecurity company, the Czech Republic, in 2020 there will be 21 popular apps on Android that have been infiltrated by malware. Therefore, you need to know the characteristics of malicious applications in order to avoid computer programs that can hurt smartphones.
Summarized by VOI from various sources, Friday, February 10, 2023, here are the characteristics of malicious applications that can damage your mobile device:
Before installing the application on your smartphone, you will usually be asked to agree to some terms & conditions. Although it seems long and not important, terms & conditions are very important to watch.
Malicious apps usually have unusual terms & conditions. For example, an application that you will install, asking you to allow the system to access many things, such as a phone's camera to send messages and make calls on your behalf. Avoid installing this kind of application because it can threaten your privacy.
Before installing the application on a smartphone, pay attention to either the developer or the developer company. Make sure the app developer has clear information. A malicious app could be published by an obscure developer.
The next characteristic of malicious apps, which is not listed on application provider platforms, such as the PlayStore or AppStore. They deliberately don't register themselves in order to avoid various policies aimed at protecting consumers.
Instead, a malicious app developer provides a special page so that users can download it. Therefore, as much as possible you should avoid conditions like this.
Installing applications registered in the Playstore and Appstore is much safer than applications from unclear links. However, you must not be careless about studying the terms & conditions as well as the identity of the developer company.
Malicious apps for smartphones usually have bad reviews on the PlayStore and AppStore. Observe if the number of downloads and application ratings is low. It could be dangerous.
You can also recognize malicious applications by reading the explanations listed in the description column.
Applications whose description is not good, should be suspected of being a dangerous application.
If you want to download the app on the PlayStore maupaun AppStore, pay attention to the number of downloads and comments left by the user. This can measure the quality of the application you will use.
Qualityy applications are usually downloaded by at least 1 million users and get a rating of 4 and above.
That's information about the characteristics of dangerous applications that can hurt your smartphone. Hopefully it will be useful!
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