There are many ways to hack your phone. Some don’t even require advanced tech knowledge.
Sim swap attack.
By using this attack, hackers can transfer your phone number to their own SIM card and take over your accounts
Spyware that collects your data.
Some spy apps are pretty easy to get hold of and can be used by a person without advanced IT knowledge. This lets them remotely monitor your phone activities. A person can install such an app by getting direct access to your device
You might get malware via public Wi-Fi networks or charging stations. Hackers can set up fake Wi-Fi networks, called evil twin networks, to redirect you to malicious websites or steal data via USB cable at a charging station
Phishing text
Facebook or email messages with malicious links that install malware and snatch your data;
You might also download malware from suspicious sites while downloading apps or by clicking on malicious pop-ups or links.
How to know if your phone is hacked?
You notice something you don’t recognize on your phone (e.g., apps you didn’t download, messages you didn’t send, purchases you didn’t make, suspicious phone calls)
Your phone works slow. It uses way more resources and battery power and becomes hotter than usual. Malware working in the background might reduce its power significantly
Mysterious data usage spikes without any changes on your part. Malicious processes might be consuming your mobile data in the background as they track what you do
Strange behavior. Apps that don’t run the way they should, switch on and off unexpectedly, or that crash or fail to load
Pop-ups. If you notice lots of pop-ups appearing on your screen, you probably have spyware or malware.
Source: NordVPN
