•Ensure “Install from Unknown Sources” is disabled in phone settings.
•Download trusted applications only from Google Play Store.
•Install an effective mobile anti-malware/anti-virus software on your smartphone and keep it updated.
•Always verify app permissions and grant only those permissions which have relevant context for the app’s purpose.If they seem too much, be on your guard (e.g., a flashlight app asking for access to your contacts, SMS, microphone, etc.).
•Enable automatic OS updates or download updated OS security patches regularly.
•Log out from online mobile banking or financial application as soon as you have completed your transactions. Also make sure you close the app window.
•Never Download third-party apps on call request from unknown person even if caller claims to be a Bank representative/customer support representative.
•Do not save Credit/Debit card image, PIN, Passwords, and other banking details on your mobile device.
•Don't allow a stranger to guide you to install a mobile app through App Store / Play store or instruct you to change the setting of your mobile.
•Do not use "jailbroken" or "rooted" devices for online banking. Jailbreaking or rooting a device (the process of breaking into the phone's built-in operating system to control it outside the vendor's original intention) exposes the device to additional malware and gains administrative or privileged access of OS.
•Do not enable autofill or save user IDs or passwords for mobile banking online.
•Avoid using unsecured Wi-Fi, public or shared networks. There may be rogue Wi-Fi access points at public places used for distributing malicious applications