Mobile devices can act as a secondary means of protection for your online accounts via 2FA, but these endpoints can also be the weak link that completely breaks down your privacy and security.
Both Apple iPhones and mobile devices based on Google's Android operating system have sold by the millions. Android has maintained the lion's share of the global smartphone and tablet market for years, but due to its popularity, the majority of mobile malware samples are geared toward this OS.
To combat this, Google runs a bug bounty program and a consistent security patch cycle for vendors.
iOS, in contrast, is a proprietary operating system and iPhones are generally considered more secure. Frequent security updates are issued to users.
Patch, patch, patch
The first and easiest way to keep mobile devices on either platform secure is to accept security updates when they appear over the air. These patches resolve new bugs and security flaws, as well as sometimes provide performance fixes, and can keep your device from being exploited by attackers. The same should also be applied to your browser software.
To check your device is up to date on iOS, go to Settings > General > Software Update. On Android, go to Settings > Software Update.
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