Can you get a virus from text message?

Text messages are just one of the ways that criminals try to persuade people to download malware. Simply opening and reading an SMS text message is unlikely to infect your phone, but you can get a virus or malware if you download an infected attachment or click a link to a compromised website.

Can your phone get hacked by sending a text message?

Android phones can get infected by merely receiving a picture via text message, according to research published Monday. This is likely the biggest smartphone flaw ever discovered.

Can someone hack your phone if you respond to a text?

What happens if I receive a message from an unknown number?

If you receive a message from an unknown number you can report it as spam or simply block it. Since they sent you a message means they have your number with them but in no circumstances it means they will be knowing who you are. If I was able to help you do up-Vote for me.

Can I text someone if I don’t have a number?

There’s a pretty good chance that even if you don’t have a number listed in your contacts, at least one of your friends or coworkers does. Text the number to people from a few different friend groups to cover your bases. Photo: Courtesy Madeline Buxton.

What does it mean when a guy texts you your number?

Depends on what the text says. Most often, its some guy trying to hit on you but is not on your friends list. A good communicator, whenever he sends out a mail addressing you by your name, would introduce himself and tell you the source from which he got your number.

What should I do if someone gave me the wrong number?

I think someone gave you the wrong number. If you think the sender might actually know you, it’s better to ask for their name. Sorry, but I don’t recognize this number. Please tell me who you are. What you should not do is ignore the message.