Smartphone Security Tips from NSA

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Why you should power off your phone at least once a week - according to the NSA

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National Security Agency offers tips to thwart hackers and attackers from assaulting your mobile device.

Spearphishing attacks can target your phone to install malware, while zero -click exploits can infect your device without any interaction on your part.

The NSA 's advice? Power your phone off and then back on at least once a week.

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