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Don’t click on this scary text that can steal your data and hijack your phone

Don’t click on this scary text that can steal your data and hijack your phone

A truly nasty malware attack is being launched against unsuspecting smartphone users. Not only will it steal your credit card information, but it could also use your device to lure in thousands of others as well. Here is what to look out for, and how to protect yourself.

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