Mobile Malware | Wireless Protocol | Threats and Prevention

A simple defense against many forms of malware is to turn off Bluetooth, WiFi, infrared, and otherwireless interfaces until they are needed.

This is particularly important for Bluetooth devices due to the increased risk of encountering mobile malware in crowded settings, such as an airport, sports event, or concert, which offer a target-rich environment for an attack.

Being invisible prevents the device from being scanned and located, and its wireless interface used [..]