Malicious ads still live and remain active in the wild. Android users need to take precautions to avoid FlyTrap malware. Here are six quick tips to protect your devices.
- Use anti-malware and antivirus apps. Scan new apps for known threats before downloading. This will also help spot infected devices to remove malware.
- Do not allow unknown apps unnecessary permissions. Less engagement equals an extra layer of protection.
- Never download an unknown app. Even apps from the Google Play Store can be infected. Carefully vet anything you download.
- Never click on an unknown link. And free offers are often scams. Watch out for phishing or similar online scammer techniques.
- Never share your Facebook account information with anyone. Do not trust third-party apps.
- Only log into Facebook (and other social media) through the official website for the login page. Do not respond to prompts from an ad, unknown email, or unrelated app.
