The Absolute Beginners 2023 Guide to Cybersecurity - Part 3 - The 4 Main Symptoms of Malware Infection

The video discusses four major symptoms of malware infection on mobile devices: slow speeds, pop-up ads, increased data usage, and battery consumption. It explains how these symptoms can indicate malware presence and suggests that users should be cautious about assuming battery issues are solely due to malware. The video concludes with a promise to explore ways to prevent malware infections.

What is a common sign that your mobile device might be infected with malware?

• Slow speeds and performance

• Fast application performance

• Low data usage

• Efficient battery usage

Which symptom is a strong indicator of malware infection on a mobile device?

• Appearance of pop-up ads

• Reduced phone bills

• Faster application installation

• Increased battery life

What might cause a surge in your phone bills if your device is infected with malware?

• Improved network speed

• Reduced number of applications

• Background applications using data

• Decreased data usage

What should you consider if your battery life decreases, but you suspect malware?

• The phone is too old

• The screen brightness is too high

• The battery might need replacement

• The phone is in airplane mode

What is the next topic to be discussed after identifying malware symptoms?

• How to increase phone speed

• How to secure your phone from malware

• How to reduce phone bills

• How to replace your battery