{"id":124270,"date":"2021-07-09T05:53:18","date_gmt":"2021-07-09T12:53:18","guid":{"rendered":"\/blogs\/?p=124270"},"modified":"2025-05-26T03:13:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T10:13:22","slug":"the-future-of-mobile-in-a-post-covid-world-how-to-stay-secure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/mobile-security\/the-future-of-mobile-in-a-post-covid-world-how-to-stay-secure\/","title":{"rendered":"The Future of Mobile in a Post-COVID World &#038; How to Stay Secure"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The COVID-19 pandemic forced many of us to quickly adjust to the new normal \u2014 case and point, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0admitted that they switched to\u00a0digital\u00a0activities\u00a0like online banking, social networking, and online shopping\u00a0in 2020 out of convenience. Research now shows that consumers\u2019 reliance on this technology is here to stay.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">PwC found that\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwc.com\/gx\/en\/industries\/consumer-markets\/consumer-insights-survey.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">44% of global consumers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> now shop more using their smartphones\u00a0compared to\u00a0when COVID-19 began.\u00a0While having the world at your fingertips is\u00a0convenient,\u00a0how does\u00a0this\u00a0digital lifestyle\u00a0change\u00a0expose users to cyber threats, especially attacks on mobile devices?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s\u00a0no secret that cybercriminals tend to manipulate their attacks based on the current trends set by technology users.\u00a0As\u00a0you\u00a0reflect on how\u00a0increased connectivity affected your\u00a0everyday life,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0important to ask yourself\u00a0what could be lurking in the shadows\u00a0while using your mobile devices.\u00a0With\u00a0more of us relying on our\u00a0devices there\u2019s\u00a0plenty of opportunities for hackers.\u00a0This begs the question, what does mobile security look\u00a0like\u00a0in\u00a0a post-pandemic world?\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mobile Security Challenges in the New Normal <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In addition to the increased adoption of digital devices, we had to figure out how to live our best lives online\u00a0\u2013 from\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/consumer\/top-five-things-to-do-to-stay-secure-when-working-from-home\/?hilite=%27work%27%2C%27home%27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">working from home<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/consumer\/consumer-threat-notices\/stay-secure-while-distance-learning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">distance learning<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto digitally\u00a0connecting\u00a0with loved ones.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">And according to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/consumer\/consumer-threat-reports\/new-year-new-digital-you-consumer-security-findings-from-mcafees-latest-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee\u2019s 2021 Consumer Security Mindset Report<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, these online activities<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0will remain a key part of consumers\u2019\u00a0post-pandemic routines.\u00a0But more time spent online interacting with various apps and services simultaneously increases your chance of exposure to cybersecurity risks and threats.\u00a0Unsurprisingly, cybercriminals were quick to take advantage of this increase in connectivity.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/enterprise\/en-us\/assets\/reports\/rp-quarterly-threats-july-2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee Labs<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0saw an average of 375 new threats per minute and a surge\u202fof cybercriminals exploiting the pandemic through COVID-19 themed phishing\u00a0campaigns,\u00a0malicious apps,\u00a0malware, and more.\u00a0New\u00a0mobile malware also\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/enterprise\/en-us\/assets\/reports\/rp-quarterly-threats-july-2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">increased by 71%<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, with\u202ftotal malware growing\u00a0nearly 12%\u00a0from July 2019 to July 2020.\u00a0As consumers continue to rely on their mobile devices to complete various tasks, they will also need to adapt their security habits to\u00a0accommodate for\u00a0more time spent online.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Future of Mobile Security: Tips for Staying Secure<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Here at\u00a0McAfee, we\u202frecognize\u202fthat the way\u202fyou and your family\u00a0live\u00a0your\u00a0digital lives has\u00a0changed.\u202fWe want to help empower you to protect your online security in your hyper-connected lifestyle. To help\u00a0provide\u00a0greater peace of mind while using your mobile devices, follow these tips to help safeguard your security.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Protect your mobile devices with a password, PIN, or facial recognition. <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When setting up a new device\u00a0or online account, always change the default credentials to a\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/consumer\/consumer-threat-notices\/why-passwords-matter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password\u202f<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">or passphrase that is strong and unique. Using different passwords or passphrases for each of your online accounts helps protect the majority of your data if one of your accounts becomes vulnerable.\u00a0If you\u00a0are worried about forgetting your passwords, subscribe to\u202fa\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.truekey.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password management tool<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fthat will remember them for you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Remember to physically lock your mobile devices with a security code or using facial recognition as well. This prevents a criminal from unlocking your device and uncovering your personally identifiable information in the event that your phone or laptop is stolen.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. Use multi-factor authentication. <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Multi-factor authentication provides an extra layer of security, as it requires multiple forms of verification like texting or emailing a secure code to verify your identity. Most popular online sites like Gmail, Dropbox, LinkedIn, Facebook, etc. offer multi-factor authentication, and it takes just a few minutes to set it up. This reduces the risk of successful impersonation by\u00a0hackers\u00a0who may have uncovered your\u00a0credentials.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Connect to a VPN. <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hackers tend to lurk in the shadows on public Wi-Fi networks to catch unsuspecting users looking for free internet access\u00a0on their mobile devices. If you have to conduct transactions on a public Wi-Fi network, use a virtual private network (VPN) like\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/vpn\/mcafee-safe-connect.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee\u00ae Safe Connect<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto help keep you safe while you\u2019re online.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Be wary of SMiShing scams.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Be skeptical of text messages claiming to be from companies with peculiar asks or information that seems too good to be true. Instead of clicking on a link within the text,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0best to go straight to the organization\u2019s website to check\u00a0your\u00a0account\u00a0status or\u00a0contact customer service.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some cybercriminals\u00a0send texts from internet services\u00a0to\u00a0hide their identities. Combat this by using the feature on your mobile device that blocks texts sent from the internet or unknown users. For example, you can disable all potential\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/how-to\/how-to-block-robotexts-and-spam-messages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">spam messages<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202ffrom the Messages app on an Android device by navigating to Settings, clicking on\u00a0\u201cSpam protection,\u201d\u00a0and\u00a0turning on the\u00a0\u201cEnable spam protection\u201d\u00a0switch. Learn more about how you can\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/how-to\/how-to-block-robotexts-and-spam-messages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">block\u00a0robotexts\u00a0and spam messages<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fon your device.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Use a mobile security solution.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prepare your mobile devices for any threat coming their way. To do just that, cover these devices with an extra layer of protection via a mobile security solution, such as\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/antivirus\/mobile.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee Mobile Security.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">COVID-19 changed our relationships with our digital devices, but that does not mean we have to compromise our online security for convenience. Incorporating these tips into your everyday life can help ward off mobile cyber threats and stay a step ahead of hackers. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The COVID-19 pandemic forced many of us to quickly adjust to the new normal \u2014 case and point, \u00a0admitted that&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1228,"featured_media":125462,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1838],"tags":[214,10297,8095],"coauthors":[7231],"class_list":["post-124270","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mobile-security","tag-mobile-security1","tag-multifactor-authentication","tag-online-security"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The Future of Mobile in a Post-COVID World &amp; How to Stay Secure | McAfee Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The COVID-19 pandemic forced many of us to quickly adjust to the new normal \u2014 case and point, \u00a0admitted that they switched to\u00a0digital\u00a0activities\u00a0like COVID-19 forever changed our relationships with our digital devices. 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