Broken, or Broken into?

A new study has found that people who have used cell phones to access personal information (bank account logins, etc.) are more likely to be subject to phishing, while iPhone users are the most likely group of people who have used cell phones for logging into fraudulent sites.

Generally, your cell phone is safe from the malware and viruses that attack computers (windows in particular), but it doesn't have any software to detect phishing scams. Further, the small window, abbreviation of email headings and urls make it difficult for users to identify scams and fake websites.

If you've used a smart phone, you know the beeps, blinking lights, and buzzing in your pocket are hard to ignore and you're more likely to check an email, im, etc. from a fraudulent company (whereas the website may be taken down before those using computers for email check it).

If you've used cell phones to check personal information, how can you ensure safety in the future?

Firstly, get a credit check, and change passwords for any accounts you think may be compromised. Even your facebook account can be a gateway for a savvy criminal to get to your bank account (most people's accounts are likely tied by the same email and same or similar passwords).

Second, make the extra effort to check urls (especially with hyperlinks, or highlighted text that contains a link). Be doubly wary of any email that comes unexpectedly; most companies handle urgent situations with a phone call.

Remember that safe sites begin with the url "https".

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