In more concerning news, there are very serious and critical major security flaws that have been revealed affecting users of the OnePlus smartphone. This particular flaw can allow the writing and sending of text messages from the phone. At present, it generally poses serious implications not only to users but also, in a way, to the economy. This article will give an extensive disquisition on these phones and ways of keeping safe from such danger.
Error Definition
It is witnessed that there were reports of SMS messages being emitted by the phone even without sending the message. Most of these messages were sent to short codes or service numbers and incurred additional costs for most. The worst part is that the users actually never noticed sending out these messages.
Experts think this is a widespread problem on particular models of OnePlus, especially those accompanied by a new software update. A system-level bug would more likely be triggered by some apps or settings.
What Is The Risk Posed?
There are two main dangers with such a quirk:
Breach of privacy: If that message were sent without your knowledge, it would also expose your private information.
Loaded with extra bills: Some of these messages could get directed to paid services, thereby creating a deduction from your mobile balance.
Precautions for OnePlus Users
One can take preventive measures from the following to keep themselves safe from that kind of trouble:
Immediately install any official software updates received from OnePlus.
Do not download any unfamiliar or untrusted applications.
Go through apps with message permissions.
Revoke permission for unnecessary apps.
In case you have witnessed messages behaving strangely, connect with your mobile carrier and find out more.
Conclusion
This possible defect is really alarming, but could easily be remedied by awareness and intervention. So be careful with your smartphone insofar as messages are concerned.
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