First of all: What is phishing actually?
We repeatedly report cases of fraud in which cybercriminals try to gain possession of user data. To do this, they send messages via email, messenger or social media platforms.
The scammers claim that data needs to be updated or accounts need to be verified and ask the recipient to follow a link. This then leads, for example, to a fake login mask through which the user is supposed to reveal confidential information such as passwords, access data or credit card numbers.
The crux of the matter: The messages appear deceptively real and the senders are serious. Many recipients therefore do not suspect anything and the criminals fish off the data.
Tip: Assign different passwords for all online account accesses. Password managers can be helpful.
This will protect you from phishing in the future.
- Always update software and operating systems on all devices immediately and install an antivirus program.
- Be skeptical of emails from unknown senders. Your bank, service provider or government agency will never ask you to change personal information such as passwords via a link via email.
- If in doubt, have the sender confirm the authenticity of an email by telephone. Don't use the phone number from the email, but look for it yourself.
- Be careful with attachments in formats such as .exe or .scr. These can load malware directly onto your device. Sometimes users are misled by double endings such as document .pdf.exe.
- If possible, use two-factor authentication for various account accesses.
The second level of identification prevents criminals from accessing your data even if they have already captured your password.
You can find more information on the topic here . Victims of cybercrime can find help here .
Article image: Shutterstock / By nevodka
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