Scam texts often tell you to reply “STOP” or “NO,” but this won't opt you out. Instead, it'll do the opposite: spammers will add your cell phone number to a priority list, and you'll get more texts and spam calls than before.
In a word: no. You can't get hacked by simply answering your phone. However, you can fall prey to “vishing”—which is the verbal equivalent of “phishing.” Here, again, the intent is to create a sense of urgency, so you do not have time to sit back and think.
If a customer texts 'STOP' they will receive an automatic network message from the carrier that should say something such as (actual wording may vary depending on the carrier): "You replied with the word "stop" which blocks all texts from this number. Text back "unstop" to receive messages again."
Don't respond to spam texts
“When you reply to a spam message, you let the senders know that your phone number is active,” he explains. Don't reward scammers for their efforts.
PhishLabs warns that replying to a phishing email, even if you know it's a scam, can lead to further attacks. Most phishing campaigns are automated and replying to them puts you on a scammer's radar.
Android phones can get infected by merely receiving a picture via text message. Can text now be hacked? Absolutely. Also - TextNow can also be easily sniffed, so long as the attackers are able to access your Internet packets, whether they be physically present or remotely able to sniff.
Ignore and delete all suspicious text messages, emails, or calendar invites. Phishing emails and smishing texts via SMS or WhatsApp are among the most common types of fraud. Your iPhone could be hacked if you reply, call the numbers, or click on any malicious links.
If you receive any unwanted email, the best approach in almost every case is to delete it immediately. It is often clear from the Subject line that a message is junk, so you may not even need to open the message to read it.
Why am I getting spam text messages? Spam texts are both intrusive and pose a security threat. If you are getting spam texts, it's more than likely that whoever is sending you a spam text message is trying to get access to your personal information—bank accounts, passwords, social security number, online IDs and more.
This can be from the sale of personal data by companies who you've given your number; it can be from data leaks; and also can just come from spammers randomly generating numbers. It goes without saying that you should never tap on any links in suspect messages or provide any data those messages request.
Yes, spam texts can infect your iPhone if you click on the links contained in the texts. It's a good idea to run an antivirus scan on your device after clicking on any links in spam texts. If you only received or read the text, it probably hasn't infected your device.
One of the best ways to determine if your iPhone is hacked is to run a malware scan. Antivirus apps for iOS are quite limited as Apple's operating system does not allow them to access areas of the device where malware typically hides.
There are other signs of a hacked phone, such as reduced screenshot quality, unusually high data usage, and apps crashing randomly. If you notice any of these signs, you can take immediate steps to protect your device by downloading a security tool that can scan your device for risks and remediate threats.
Assuming you're talking about SMS messaging, only if that someone happens to have access to your cellular provider's logs. Otherwise, no, someone can't track your location from a text. That changes if you're talking about other messaging formats.
Yes, it is possible to get hacked by simply responding to a DM (direct message) on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. Hackers may use a variety of tactics to trick users into providing sensitive information, such as login credentials or personal information, through DMs.
Just like on your computer, your iPhone can be hacked by clicking on a suspicious website or link. If a website looks or feels "off" check the logos, the spelling, or the URL.
Let's be clear: if your iPhone or iPad is connected to the internet, there's a risk it might get hacked. Sure, statistics seem to support the idea that your iOS device is pretty safe (and Apple keeps adding new safety features), but your security largely hinges on how you actually use the device.
Despite Apple's claims, an iPhone can fall victim to the same vulnerabilities that all mobile devices do. Here are some of the most common ways an iPhone can be hacked: Insecure Wi-Fi network. A lot of people rely on free public Wi-Fi. Hackers know this and often lay traps for unsuspecting victims.
Don't “click” open links in unsolicited text messages. Clicking the link may infect your mobile device with a virus or malware designed to steal the personal or financial information stored on the device. Don't call a telephone number listed in an unsolicited text message.
Go to Settings > Messages, scroll down to Message Filtering, then turn on Filter Unknown Senders.
In the Phone app , do any of the following. next to the number or contact you want to block, scroll down, then tap Block this Caller. Tap Contacts, tap the contact you want to block, scroll down, then tap Block this Caller.
The text message is unsolicited (scammers will always contact you out of the blue). The text sender has a long phone number (10 or 11 digits). The phone number is “spoofed” (i.e., it looks like it's coming from someone you know or trust). The text includes a link that is most likely shortened or scrambled.