Cyber Attack Alert News: Message, Mail or Social Media Anywhere Cyber Attack can happen, keep these things in mind to avoid
According to a UN report, cyber crime has increased by 350% in all countries
Hackers prey on users by sending malware links via email and SMS
According to a report by global security firm Kaspersky, 45% of online users in India were cyber-attacked last year. India ranks 43rd in the world in this regard. According to a UN report, cyber crime has increased by 350% in all countries. Hackers are preying on users in the name of KYC update. Here's how you can avoid such a cyber attack ...
What to do first if there is a cyber attack on the phone?
Cyber Advisor in Government of India Dr. Nishakant Ojha said hackers send the link via SMS on the phone. It contains malware. As soon as you click on this link, the malware becomes active and hackers hack your system. Whenever this happens, turn off your phone immediately. This will break the connectivity but there is no guarantee that there will be no damage. If this happens the phone should be turned off and the SIM should be removed and turned on after 10 seconds.
There have been several cases of fraud in the name of KYC. Here's what to look for and tactics to help ease the way.
Ways to avoid SMS fraud
Users get enticing SMS like personal loan, KYC, bank offer, gift voucher. Such SMS comes with a link. Click on the link in the message to take advantage of the offer. As soon as the user clicks on this link, the virus is installed in his phone. It allows hackers to access the phone's data. At the same time, money can be withdrawn from a bank account. Many of these apps are often removed from the Play Store by Google.
Beware of phishing mail, calls and messages this way
'Phishing' means to lure and deceive. Message, call and mail hackers offer enticing offers. Offered on branded phones, laptops and electronics accessories, including the iPhone. Fake bankers offering cashback and credit card fraud are also on the rise.
How to avoid a fake friend?
This is a new trend in the world of cyber crime. It involves creating a fake profile in the name of your close friend and sending a request. Then a message is sent asking for money in the name of emergency. Fake profiles have vivid sem from photo to info. Here are some tips to help you avoid fraud.
Fraud in the name of customer care
Nowadays customer support is available for every product and service. People start looking for a customer support number when they have a problem. Cybercriminals have already submitted their numbers in the name of customer care support on the Internet. People tend to call it customer care.
As a fake customer care executive, a hacker takes your personal details and cheats. According to media reports, fake customer care numbers of digital payment applications like Google Pay, Phone Pay, Paytm are available on the internet.
According to a UN report, cyber crime has increased by 350% in all countries
Hackers prey on users by sending malware links via email and SMS
According to a report by global security firm Kaspersky, 45% of online users in India were cyber-attacked last year. India ranks 43rd in the world in this regard. According to a UN report, cyber crime has increased by 350% in all countries. Hackers are preying on users in the name of KYC update. Here's how you can avoid such a cyber attack ...
What to do first if there is a cyber attack on the phone?
Cyber Advisor in Government of India Dr. Nishakant Ojha said hackers send the link via SMS on the phone. It contains malware. As soon as you click on this link, the malware becomes active and hackers hack your system. Whenever this happens, turn off your phone immediately. This will break the connectivity but there is no guarantee that there will be no damage. If this happens the phone should be turned off and the SIM should be removed and turned on after 10 seconds.
There have been several cases of fraud in the name of KYC. Here's what to look for and tactics to help ease the way.
Ways to avoid SMS fraud
Users get enticing SMS like personal loan, KYC, bank offer, gift voucher. Such SMS comes with a link. Click on the link in the message to take advantage of the offer. As soon as the user clicks on this link, the virus is installed in his phone. It allows hackers to access the phone's data. At the same time, money can be withdrawn from a bank account. Many of these apps are often removed from the Play Store by Google.
Beware of phishing mail, calls and messages this way
'Phishing' means to lure and deceive. Message, call and mail hackers offer enticing offers. Offered on branded phones, laptops and electronics accessories, including the iPhone. Fake bankers offering cashback and credit card fraud are also on the rise.
How to avoid a fake friend?
This is a new trend in the world of cyber crime. It involves creating a fake profile in the name of your close friend and sending a request. Then a message is sent asking for money in the name of emergency. Fake profiles have vivid sem from photo to info. Here are some tips to help you avoid fraud.
Fraud in the name of customer care
Nowadays customer support is available for every product and service. People start looking for a customer support number when they have a problem. Cybercriminals have already submitted their numbers in the name of customer care support on the Internet. People tend to call it customer care.
As a fake customer care executive, a hacker takes your personal details and cheats. According to media reports, fake customer care numbers of digital payment applications like Google Pay, Phone Pay, Paytm are available on the internet.