How To Check For Malware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A good way to scan your Android device for malware is through the Google Play Store app<\/strong>. Here are the steps you should take to do this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. Open the Play Store app<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Click on the profile icon located within the search bar in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Select Play Protect<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. Click on Scan<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This option scans all the apps you have on the phone to detect any harmful ones. If you can\u2019t find malware on Android<\/strong> that way, there is another option. You can perform a malware scan on Android by downloading and running one of the antivirus apps<\/strong> on Google\u2019s Play Store. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The point of android malware is to benefit the bad actor behind it<\/strong>, usually financially. They might try to get ahold of some vital information, such as your credit card details, or attempt to remotely control your device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, a program called FluBot can steal passwords from unsuspecting targets. Cyberattackers that use malware in their attacks may have different goals, some of which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n To be able to detect malware, you should be acquainted with various types of malware that exist. There are many different kinds, including adware, spyware, trojan horses, backdoor malware, ransomware, adware, and riskware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your device can be infected with a virus without you having any clue that it happened. However, there may be signs of malware on your phone that you should pay attention to. If your phone or tablet is infected with malware, it may exhibit some of the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Malware will usually slow your device down, so if you notice that the performance of your phone or tablet is unusually laggy, you might want to scan it for viruses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, your Android gadget will need to work extra hard due to the presence of malware, which may make it get extremely hot and drain its battery faster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Unless they are a part of a free app that you have willingly downloaded, pop-up ads can also be an indicator that a malicious app was installed on your device without your knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although there is no foolproof method to prevent your device from getting infected, there are some steps you can take to reduce the chances of falling victim to malware on Android. Here is what you can do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you\u2019re probably already aware, apps require you to give certain permissions upon downloading them so they can perform all the actions they are supposed to. However, some app developers might try to get access to some sensitive information that isn\u2019t actually necessary. Therefore, you need to be very careful when agreeing to give app permissions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/trinity-core.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/dataprot\/assets\/6273ca34793f4.jpg\")
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The Types of Android Malware You Can Detect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms Your Android Device Will Display When Infected<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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How to Avoid Getting Malware on Your Android Device <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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