Smartphone Hacking: If You Notice These 5 Signs… Hackers May Be Spying on You

National Desk: Smartphone hacking cases are rising rapidly these days, and most people become victims of cybercriminals without even realizing it. If your phone starts showing unusual symptoms—such as the battery draining unusually fast, strange notifications appearing, or the camera and microphone turning on by themselves—your device may be compromised. These signs often indicate the presence of malware or unauthorized access by hackers, and ignoring them can put your privacy and data at serious risk.

Warning Signs

• Your phone’s battery is draining much faster than usual.
• You notice strange symbols or unfamiliar notifications on your screen.
• Your camera, microphone, or location is being used without your permission.
  (In the latest smartphones, this is indicated by colored lights on the screen.)

Green Light: Camera is active.
Red/Orange Light: Microphone is active.
White Light/Icon: Screen recording is on.

What to Do Immediately

Disable permissions:
If you’re not using any app but still notice these signs, immediately turn off the camera, microphone, and location permissions for the suspicious apps.