How To Protect iPhone From Malware

Last Updated: January 11th, 2023

iOS devices are more secure than Android, however, in recent times we have seen that hackers are targeting iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users. Malicious malware like XcodeGhost, KeyRaider, and WireLurker has infected iPhone users stealing their valuable data and corrupting devices. You can easily secure your iOS devices from malware attacks by following simple guidelines. Palo Alto Networks, the company which has discovered recently the malware attack XcodeGhost claims that the malware modifies Xcode affecting millions of iOS users. As per the Palo Alto Networks, more than 39 iOS apps were infected and Apple has taken steps to remove the infected apps from the App Store. The malicious XcodeGhost prompted users to fill in their personal information by showing popups. Whereas, WireLurker has infected thousands of iPhone, iPad, and Mac users. It has infected 467 apps which were downloaded over 356,104 times from a third-party App Store in China. WireLurker spreads from Macs which are infected to iPhones, and iPad through USB sync cables. It also infects jailbroken iPhones and iPad, and the malware installs malicious iOS apps and gets an iCloud address book.

This Is How You Can Protect your iPhone From Malware

1. Don’t Jailbreak

Jailbreak gives you the freedom to download and install apps on your iOS devices that have not been approved by Apple. Jailbreak not only voids the warranty of your device but also makes it vulnerable to hackers.

When you jailbreak your iPhone or iPad you will not be able to install the iOS updates by Apple putting your device at a risk. You can install the official iOS update only after removing the jailbreak. Think, twice before you jailbreak your iPhone or iPad.

If you have a jailbroken device then ensure that you install trustworthy apps only from the Cydia app store without adding your details.

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2. Keep iOS Updated

Make sure that your iPhone, iPad, and Mac have been updated to the latest operating system. Apple always releases updates to patch vulnerabilities. By installing the latest software update you can keep your devices free from malware like XcodeGhost and WireLurker.

3. Never Connect Your iPhone To An Untrusted Computer

Your iPhones and Macs can get infected with malware by connecting Mac or a PC which is already been infected with malware. Trust computers which are used by you only. Find, how to Untrust All Computers From iPhones, and iPad.

4. Remove Unknown or Untrusted Profiles

To protect your device from malware attacks it is advisable to download apps from the official App Store by known developers.

To check profiles in iOS-

Go to Settings >> General >> Profiles to remove all unknown profiles.

If you find apps that you have not installed, delete them.

If you have bought the latest iPhone, you not only need to safeguard the screen with iPhone 6s screen protectors but also protect your iPhone from malware attacks.