is instagram safe from malware/viruses on iOS?

I use a iPod on the latest firmware. I was wondering if me using instagram is safe from malware and viruses, since I know dms can spread it, I’m mainly concerned as to whether watching videos and pictures could give malware. Any one knowledgeable on this? Also could malware on iOS jump to my internet router? I’m very concerned.

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Posted on Oct 4, 2023 5:39 AM

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Posted on Oct 4, 2023 5:47 AM

For the DM malware on instagram and Facebook, this will only affect your instagram or Facebook account, not your iOS. So to protect your accounts, I suggest that you use 2 factor authentication with an app.


For iOS, iOS is very safe and not prone to viruses or malware. So your iPhone will not be affected. Also your router will not be affected by this kind of malware.

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Oct 4, 2023 5:47 AM in response to thaine147

For the DM malware on instagram and Facebook, this will only affect your instagram or Facebook account, not your iOS. So to protect your accounts, I suggest that you use 2 factor authentication with an app.


For iOS, iOS is very safe and not prone to viruses or malware. So your iPhone will not be affected. Also your router will not be affected by this kind of malware.

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