There are several ways to enhance the security of data on phones with the Android system. This was reported by the department for organizing the fight against illegal use of information and communication technologies.
Enable Wi-Fi automatically: disable it so that the device does not connect to insecure networks without your knowledge. Allow WEP networks: disable it, as WEP is considered an outdated and insecure standard.
Turn off Bluetooth when it is not needed. Enable notification settings and confidential information only after unlocking the screen. Set a display timeout.
Set a PIN code, password, or graphic key to unlock devices. Do not select the "Swipe" or "None" options. Configure instant lock after the screen turns off and when the power button is pressed.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs recommends restricting applications' access to the camera, microphone, geolocation, and other data if they are not required. They also advise removing the advertising identifier to reduce targeting. To protect passwords from visual interception, you should prohibit their display. In addition, it is important to prohibit data transmission for diagnostics.
It is also recommended to set a PIN code for the SIM card, activate scanning applications for viruses, and prohibit adding new users from the lock screen. This will protect your phone from unauthorized access.
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