As online scams become more sophisticated, smartphones are increasingly becoming the first point of contact between criminals and potential victims. Fake identities, social engineering tactics and AI-driven scams are changing the way cyber threats unfold, underscoring the growing importance of securing everyday digital devices as the first line of defence for Malaysian consumers and businesses.
Malaysia has seen a sharp rise in online scam cases, with Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail noting that 66,204 cases were recorded in the first half of 2026 alone — an 87% increase over the same period in the previous year.
The financial damage has been staggering. Victims lost RM2.97 billion in 2025, up RM1.40 billion from 2024 with phone scams remaining among the most frequently reported cases.
Securing your everyday interactions with Samsung Knox
For many Malaysians, the smartphone is where most scams start. Samsung’s Knox security platform is designed around this reality, providing protection directly on the device rather than relying on users to identify threats for themselves.
One example is Samsung Message Guard, which helps detect and isolate potentially harmful content received through messages. The feature is designed to prevent malicious files from exploiting device vulnerabilities. Google Play Protect also works alongside it by scanning applications for malware.
Samsung Knox includes security features that monitor device behaviour in real time, helping detect suspicious activity and limit abnormal actions. Technologies such as Real-time Kernel Protection monitor system-level activity, while Samsung Defeat Exploit (DEFEX) helps restrict unusual application behaviour.
Samsung added that selected devices can receive up to seven years of security updates for selected models, helping users maintain stronger protection as threats continue to evolve.
