Cybersecurity expert warns Ghanaians against careless smartphone use

Cybersecurity expert David Gyedu has cautioned Ghanaians against careless smartphone use, warning that cybercriminals increasingly target users through weak passwords, suspicious links and unsafe online practices.

Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on 12 November 2026, he explained that owning an expensive or sophisticated smartphone does not guarantee protection against cyberattacks.

“Today, the scammers, the attackers, the hackers are not hacking the phone you are using. They are hacking the person behind the phone,” he said.

He identified weak mobile money PINs, downloading unverified applications, sharing passwords and failing to update phone software as common security risks.

On mobile money fraud, Mr Gyedu attributed more than 90 per cent of cases to social engineering, where fraudsters manipulate users into revealing confidential information.

He also warned against using unsecured public Wi-Fi networks for financial transactions and sharing sensitive information.

The cybersecurity expert outlined three essential security practices for smartphone users: creating strong passwords of at least 12 characters, enabling two-factor authentication and inspecting links before clicking on them.

He urged Ghanaians to adopt safer digital habits to protect their personal information and financial accounts from cybercriminals.

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