7 security risks of having Bluetooth active on your smartphone
Aakriti Jaiswal | May 21, 2024
Hackers can send messages or files without your permission, which may contain malware.
Hackers can secretly access your phone's data like contacts or photos, without your knowing and can even blackmail you.
They can even control your phone's features, like making calls or sending texts, without your consent.
For cars with keyless entry, Bluetooth can be a vulnerability. Hackers with the right tools can potentially unlock and steal your car.
Hackers can tamper with data sent between devices, potentially leading to identity theft or fraud.
They can flood your phone with connection requests, making it freeze or crash.
Hackers can listen to your phone calls or read your messages by intercepting Bluetooth signals.