When we upgrade to a new device, we often say goodbye to the old one by throwing it away or trading it in. Before doing so, we usually erase our data and reset the settings, believing our information is secure. However, there’s a catch: hackers can still access your personal information, including bank details, passwords, documents, and more.

Razors Edge Reporter Thomas Koutis, spoke to Associate Professor Ritesh Chugh who teaches Information & Communications Technology at Central Queensland University.