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Brazil has less than 1 % of cell phones with efficient protection
Having a smartphone without a good encryption system is like living in a glass house with no privacy , an expert tells us .
Cybercrime is one of the most money-moving activities in the world . After all , with advances of technology , the techniques and tools of hackers and criminal organizations are also evolving . With all the personal and professional data on cell phones , the risks of an intrusion are more damaging when compared to an attack on a computer .
According to Augusto Schmoisman , Specialist in Corporate , Military , Aerospace Cyber Defense and CEO of Citadel Brazil , less than 1 % of cell phones have efficient protection in Brazil and encrypted telephony is almost unknown in the country .
“ The smartphone without good encryption is like living in a glass house , you have no privacy . It is possible to know where you are , access your camera , monitor all your conscious and unconscious movements . It is an endless invasion ,” said Schmoisman .
Threats
Through intrusions on cell phones , it is possible to track every movement and behavior of the victim , providing much more data and information than people can imagine .
“ The average time for someone to become aware that they are being monitored is approximately six months , which is bad , considering the amount of information that a criminal will have gathered during the period . Until you realize , the damage has already been done ,” said Schmoisman .
The expert also explains that it is very common to see installed false antennas or Wi-Fi to collect information and extracted data for the interception of phones .
“ There are malicious applications that , once installed through social engineering , can capture and monitor all information , making it a gateway to other systems ,” said Schmoisman .
The risks of applications and connections
People are constantly downloading apps , inserting information into tests that seem harmless but , without realizing it , are being stolen .
“ The vast majority , approximately 99 % of these apps , request a long list of authorizations and permissions that are not necessary for their operation . With each click that allows access to the contact list , image gallery or location , you are already allowing an attack ,” said Schmoisman .
The same happens when connecting the mobile device to open Wi-Fi networks at airports , cafes or hotels . Another big risk , according to the expert , is putting the cell phone to charge at airports .
“ Simple acts can leave the entire device vulnerable , making it possible to hack text messages , spy on your social networks , track call and contact records , track GPS location , navigation history , monitor emails , access passwords and much more . In order to have control of your privacy , it is essential to protect yourself using a device that brings security and trust , with encryption , real-time monitoring for instant risk mitigation ,” said Schmoisman . p
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