Using Bluetooth or TWS devices?
Here are some precautions you can take to prevent Bluetooth hacking.
As wireless technology offers speed, flexibility, and network effectiveness,
its demand is rising. However, due to Bluetooth hacking, these Bluetooth
devices are now open to cyberattack.
The dependence on wired connectivity is decreasing as smartphones and other
gadgets adopt the newest innovations and technologies. The majority of devices
now rely on Bluetooth's wireless connectivity to establish connections.
Further, people favour wireless technology because it eliminates the hassle of
carrying wire and cord and allows for a more seamless connection. However, as
a result of this, Bluetooth connection-based cyberattack known as Bluebugging
is becoming more common.
Hackers who use Bluetooth hacking, also known as Bluebugging or Bluejacking,
gain access to devices with discoverable Bluetooth connections. Hackers can
connect their device to the victim's laptop or phone, steal confidential
information, and take complete control of the device without the victim's
knowledge.
How does Bluebugging function?
When a device's Bluetooth is visible to users and is more than 10 metres
away, a hacker can connect to it and hack it. They use brute force pairing
to connect to the device, which basically involves trying every password to
decipher the connectivity code. Once the phone is connected, hackers install
malware to access the calls, messages, and even contacts to steal
confidential information. They can even use the banking apps to make
financial transactions, or they can steal victims' private videos from their
phones in order to stalk and extort them.
What electronic equipment is more susceptible to Bluebugging?
Any gadget with Bluetooth capabilities can be "blue-bugged." Smartwatches
that can record calls as well as TWS (True Wireless Stereo) or wireless
earbud headphones are all susceptible to Bluetooth hacking. If users don't
take precautions, apps that help phones connect with TWS or wireless devices
also put smartphones at risk of hacking.
How can you avoid a "Bluebug"?
# When not in use, Bluetooth should always be turned off.
#In the Bluetooth settings, disable "(Device) visible to other devices."
#Always install the most recent software updates and security updates on
your device.
#Avoid utilising free WiFi in public places.
#Never accept a Bluetooth pairing request from an unknown device or in a
public setting.
#When using public Wi-Fi, restart your device or reboot it.
#Try to avoid naming your Bluetooth device after yourself.
#Always install an antivirus programme on your device, and run regular
malware and virus scans on it.
#Keep an eye on all the Bluetooth-connected devices and unplug any that
are not being used.
