Cyber Crime
Want to keep your online payments safe and secure? Here are few things to keep in mind
Mon, Jan 13, 2020
According to a recent research by global cybersecurity and anti-virus brand Kaspersky, online payment processing systems will be targeted more in 2020, putting millions of people at risk of losing their money. Here are a few things that you must keep in mind to avoid phishing, debit card and credit card cloning and social engineering scams.
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Online shoppers alert! 14 per cent Indians hit by new malware - How to stay safe
Sun, Jan 12, 2020
A new Trojan application is boosting popular shopping app ratings and installations and spreading ads that annoy users and over 14 per cent Indians have been affected by this malware dubbed as `Shopper`, researchers from global cybersecurity and anti-virus brand Kaspersky said on Sunday.
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HDFC Bank customer? Beware of vishing; bank Issues dos and don'ts to avoid online frauds
Wed, Dec 18, 2019
HDFC Bank vishing warning: In a message that should set alarm bells ringing in every account holder's mind, HDFC Bank has said that account holders can even lose their money unless they are careful.
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Increasing number of Indians falling prey to online scams
Thu, Dec 12, 2019
As per a latest survey, 56% Indians were victim of online scams by clicking on malicious links. Cybersecurity firm warns Indians from becoming a victim of online shopping discounts during the holiday season. Watch to know more.
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Paytm user? Did you just get this call? BEWARE! It can be a trap, can cost you money
Thu, Nov 28, 2019
Much to Paytm users fears, fraudsters are out to steal their money. Cyber crime expert says such online frauds are executed through malware-attack, which people can avoid by taking a few steps.
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US, UK gear up for joint assault against child abuse, terrorism, urge Facebook not to encrypt messages
Sat, Oct 05, 2019
The agreement will be announced alongside an open letter to Facebook and its Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg, also signed by Australia, calling on the company to suspend plans related to developing end-to-end encryption technology across its messaging services.
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Cyber-attacks on medical devices decline to 19% in 2019, says Kaspersky
Fri, Sep 13, 2019
More than seven-in-10 medical machines in Venezuela (77 per cent), the Philippines (76 per cent), Libya (75 per cent), and Argentina (73 per cent) are still being subjected to web attacks based on the company`s freshest data.
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Planning to sell stuff on OLX, Quikr? You might be cheated by fraudsters - Don't make these mistakes
Fri, Aug 23, 2019
OLX and Quikr have emerged as the top go-to options for selling your old items in India. Both these platforms offer an easy way to sell off appliances and other items that you don't intend to use anymore. However, given their popularity, these platforms are now being targeted by fraudsters with the intention to rob people of their hard-earned money.
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Got e-mail from a company you trust? Beware! You may be under phishing attack
Mon, Aug 19, 2019
A little moment of carelessness can prove costly for you during any online activity. Cyber fraudsters are always on the prowl for unsuspecting victims. These criminals apply various deceptive techniques to launch phishing attacks.
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Paytm account holder? Alert! Do not download these Remote Apps, your bank account details may get leaked
Mon, Aug 19, 2019
This is an alert for Paytm account holders. They should know that such frauds fall under the malware phishing attack. Paytm users have been asked to beware of such frauds.
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Want refund from Zomato on canceled order? DON'T CALL! You may lose money
Fri, Aug 16, 2019
Online shoppers should know that whether it is Zomato, FoodPanda or any other e-retailer, no one can ask for your personal bank, credit, debit card, Aadhaar, PAN card information. And if they do, you should refuse to tell them.
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VVIP just lost WHOPPING Rs 23 lakh from her bank account! Save your money, don't make this mistake
Thu, Aug 08, 2019
If you think that only a middle-class people are looted of their hard earned money by fraudsters, then you are wrong. Anyone who is not careful can be duped. This also applies to VVIPs! The latest case to come to light is that of Preneet Kaur, wife of Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh.
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Beware! This password stealing malware may steal your data, privacy details: Check how to stay safe
Thu, Jul 25, 2019
Kaspersky has recommended that users should not post them on forums or social media channels, and always install updates and product patches to ensure protection from the latest malware and threats.
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