India, May 26 -- Smartphone hacking often feels like a high-tech mystery, but most attacks happen through simple tricks that exploit everyday habits. Instead of breaking codes or deploying complex malware, hackers target how users think and act. They use methods that rely on trust, routine, and quick reactions to gain access to personal information.

Here are five common hacking tricks people fall for regularly, and the reasons they work.

You may receive calls claiming to be from your bank or government agency. These callers sound professional and know small details about you, like your name or part of your phone number. The callers often create urgency by saying things like, "Your account will be locked," or "We detected suspicious acti...