Is Your Phone Hacked? Red Flags to Check Immediately

Simran Mishra

Rapid battery drain or overheating while idle may signal hidden malware running in the background.

Sudden spikes in mobile data usage can mean spyware is secretly sending your data to hackers.

Unfamiliar apps or apps opening on their own are major warning signs of a hacked phone.

Frequent pop-up ads or redirects to strange websites often indicate adware infection.

Green or orange camera and mic dots appearing unexpectedly may signal unauthorized access.

Strange texts, unknown outgoing calls, or high-pitched noises during calls are serious red flags.

Account lockouts, unknown transactions, or random 2FA codes suggest someone has your password.

Run a malware scan, delete unknown apps, update software, and change all passwords immediately.

Dial *#21# or *#62# to check call forwarding, and reset with ##002# if needed.

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