{"id":731,"date":"2022-03-10T09:22:36","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T09:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/?p=731"},"modified":"2024-08-12T10:25:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T04:55:22","slug":"cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/","title":{"rendered":"How Attackers Breach Organizations via Mobile Phones"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If you think that there is no way cyber criminals can&nbsp;hack&nbsp;your organization through&nbsp;mobile phones, think again. Whether your company has just ten employees or a thousand, your business is at risk as long as even one of them has a mobile phone. With smartphones becoming one of the most important parts of our everyday life, cyber criminals have started coming up with new ways to exploit these devices with the aim of breaching organizations. As per an article by CISO Mag,&nbsp;<b>nearly<\/b>&nbsp;<b>97% of organizations<\/b><b>&nbsp;faced mobile threats that used different attack vectors in 2020<\/b>.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #414141;color:#414141\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #414141;color:#414141\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#How_Do_Threat_Actors_Hack_Mobile_Phones\" >How Do Threat Actors Hack Mobile Phones?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#1_Social_Engineering_Attacks\" >#1 Social Engineering Attacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#2_Mobile_Malware\" >#2 Mobile Malware<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#3_Unsecure_Wi-Fi\" >#3 Unsecure Wi-Fi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#4_Poor_Password_Practices\" >#4 Poor Password Practices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#5_Outdated_Security_Mechanisms\" >#5 Outdated Security Mechanisms<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#How_to_Protect_Your_Employees_Mobile_Phones_Against_Hacks\" >How to Protect Your Employees\u2019 Mobile Phones Against Hacks?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#Book_a_Free_Demo_Call_with_Our_People_Security_Expert\" >Book a Free Demo Call with Our People Security Expert<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/cybercriminals-hacking-mobile-phones-to-breach-an-organization\/#Enter_your_details\" >Enter your details<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Your employees not only bring their&nbsp;mobile phones&nbsp;to work but also use them to send work emails, store corporate data and make phone calls to clients and partners. If threat actors are able to successfully&nbsp;hack&nbsp;your employees\u2019&nbsp;mobile phones, they can find a gold mine of your valuable business data. This can lead to devastating data breaches and cyber attacks, affecting your organization\u2019s finances and reputation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Threat_Actors_Hack_Mobile_Phones\"><\/span><b>How Do Threat Actors Hack Mobile Phones?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">There are a myriad of attack vectors cyber criminals can use to&nbsp;hack&nbsp;the&nbsp;mobile phones&nbsp;of your employees. Some of the most common cyber threats to mobile security include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Social_Engineering_Attacks\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>#1 Social Engineering Attacks<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Social engineering attacks, especially phishing, have become one of the most prevalent threats to mobile security these days. With people spending so much time on their phones, mobile devices have become the perfect target for <span style=\"color: #183994;\"><a style=\"color: #183994;\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/phishing-and-pharming\/\"><strong>phishing attacks<\/strong><\/a><\/span>. The lack of precautions users usually take on traditional computers makes it much easier for threat actors to hack mobile phones. Since most mobile email clients display only a sender\u2019s name, it is much more likely that the users will fall for a spoofed or fraudulent email. Also, mobile phishing is not limited to emails. In fact, according to an article by The SSL Store, <b>87% of phishing on mobile devices is launched via methods other than email<\/b> like gaming, messaging, and social media.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Mobile_Malware\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>#2 Mobile Malware<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">There is a wide range of vicious and stealthy mobile malware threats out there these days. Designed to hack your mobile phones, these malware threats include spam, rogue applications, and weaponized links on various websites. According to an article by TechRepublic,&nbsp;<b>85% of all mobile applications&nbsp;are largely unsecured<\/b>. An article published by Computer Weekly mentioned that&nbsp;<b>mobile malware is the&nbsp;second-most prevalent malware type, affecting 33% of organizations worldwide<\/b>. Android devices are the most common target of mobile malware, which can be used to monitor your activities, steal your data and intercept your communications. The trend of malvertising is also on rising and is contributing to the increase in the spread of malware.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1093\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Malvertising-as-a-Threat-to-Mobile-Phones-Security.webp\" alt=\"Image showing malvertising to spread awareness\" class=\"wp-image-9679\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Unsecure_Wi-Fi\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>#3 Unsecure Wi-Fi<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Whether it is a public WI-Fi network or an improperly configured home network, connecting your mobile phones to a network that might not be optimally secured can make them vulnerable to cyber attacks. Connecting mobile devices to open and potentially insecure Wi-Fi networks, especially if you use it to access personal or confidential services, like credit card transactions or banking, can lead to&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #183994;\"><a style=\"color: #183994;\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/man-in-the-middle-attack\/\"><strong>man-in-the-middle attacks<\/strong><\/a><\/span>&nbsp;and destructive data leaks. As per an article by Indian Express,&nbsp;<b>28% of all the Wi-Fi networks<\/b><b>&nbsp;in the world are insecure<\/b>&nbsp;and can allow threat actors to&nbsp;hack&nbsp;your&nbsp;mobile phones.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/xT1XGYfsullHcbqoFi\/giphy.gif?cid=ecf05e47xi7j7i0ta9bkwnmzfbdey3szz4qylh6pgj3s1nh4&amp;rid=giphy.gif&amp;ct=g\" alt=\"Mobile phones threaten by unsecured Wi-Fi\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Poor_Password_Practices\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>#4 Poor Password Practices<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Many users overlook the best password practices, which prevents them from securing their accounts properly. This can be especially risky when the phones of your employees contain both personal and corporate credentials. Some of the most common password mistakes people make are reusing the same password across multiple platforms, not using multi-factor authentication, and using weak passwords. According to an article by DataProt, <b>51% of people use the same passwords<\/b><b>&nbsp;for both work and personal accounts<\/b>. Poor password hygiene can make the device vulnerable and allow cyber criminals to&nbsp;hack&nbsp;your employee\u2019s&nbsp;mobile phones.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Outdated_Security_Mechanisms\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>#5 Outdated Security Mechanisms<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Smartphones usually don\u2019t come with guarantees of periodic software updates like in the case of traditional work devices. This can prove to be a prominent threat to enterprise security. Many of your employees may not have the time or the knowledge to keep track of whether or not their mobile phones have been updated with the latest security software. This can leave their devices, along with the trove of valuable business data stored within, vulnerable to attack.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Protect_Your_Employees_Mobile_Phones_Against_Hacks\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>How to Protect Your Employees\u2019 Mobile Phones Against Hacks?<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The best and most effective means of protecting your employees against mobile security threats is by generating awareness amongst them. The only way they can be prepared to avoid the hacking attempts on their mobile phones is if they know what to expect. Cyber security awareness training can educate your employees about the prevalent cyber-attack vectors used by cybercriminals and equip them with the means of defending themselves against these attacks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n\n<head>\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n    <meta http-equiv=\"X-UA-Compatible\" content=\"IE=edge\">\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n    <title>Document<\/title>\n<\/head>\n\n<style>\n    .interestedBtn {\n        width: 80% !important;\n        box-sizing: border-box !important;\n        display: inline-block !important;\n        padding: 11px !important;\n        border: 1px !important;\n        border-color: #ddd !important;\n        margin-top: 10px !important;\n        background-color: #183e8b !important;\n        background-image: none !important;\n        text-shadow: none !important;\n        color: #fff !important;\n        font-size: 14px !important;\n        line-height: 20px !important;\n        border-radius: 5px !important;\n        margin: 0 !important;\n        cursor: pointer !important;\n        box-shadow: 0px 4.66px 22.99px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.10);;\n    }\n\n\n        .formSec .formSecTwo{\n            padding-top: 15px !important;\n            margin-bottom: 30px !important;\n        }\n\n\n    .tnp-email {\n        width: 80% !important;\n        box-sizing: border-box;\n        padding: 8px 10px;\n        display: inline-block;\n        border: 1px solid #ced4da;\n        background: #fff;\n        color: #000 !important;\n        font-size: 13px;\n        line-height: 20px;\n        border-radius: 2px;\n        padding-right: 30px;\n        margin-bottom: 0px;\n    }\n\n    .formSec {\n        border: 1px solid #ced4da;\n        float: left !important;\n        width: 55% !important;\n    }\n\n    .mainBox {\n       \/* border: 1px solid #183e8b;*\/\n         background: white;\n        max-width: 600px !important;\n        margin: 0 auto !important;\n        padding: 20px !important;\n        font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;\n    }\n\n    .boxDiv {\n        display: flex !important;\n    }\n\n    .boxConsult {\n        float: left !important;\n        width: 45% !important;\n        padding: 10px !important;\n    }\n\n    .formSecTwo {\n        text-align:center !important;\n        width: 100% !important;\n    }\n\n    .formHeading {\n        font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n        margin-top: 0px;\n        font-weight: 700;\n        line-height: 25px;\n        font-size: 18px !important;\n        \n       margin-bottom: 60px !important;\n       color: #000!important;\n          margin-top: 5px !important;\n    }\n\n    .fieldHeading {\n        margin: 0 !important;\n        font-size: 13px !important;\n        text-align: left !important;\n        margin: 0px 39px 2px 93px !important;\n        font-weight: 500 !important;\n    }\n\n    .image {\n        max-width:90% !important;\n        height: auto !important;\n    }\n\n     .email-icon {\n            position: absolute;\n            right: 50px;\n             top: 20px;\n            transform: translateY(-50%);\n            pointer-events: none; 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This expertly designed training tool simulates six different kinds of cyber attacks on your employees to give them first-hand experience in identifying and avoiding cyber attacks. It is also integrated with a cutting-edge Learning Management System (LMS) featuring an extensive collection of cyber security content.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"video-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Why ThreatCop? | Cyber Security Awareness Tool\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BzJHCCEY6FA?feature=oembed&amp;wmode=opaque\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Packed with an array of dynamic and useful features, ThreatCop not only allows you to test how your employees would react to a cyber attack attempt but also provide them with effective cyber <span style=\"color: #183994;\"><a style=\"color: #183994;\" href=\"https:\/\/threatcop.com\/blog\/benefits-and-purpose-of-security-awareness-training\/\"><strong>security awareness training<\/strong><\/a><\/span> according to their vulnerability level. 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