online scam
Google has issued a warning to users about the rise of cyber fraud. Scammers are constantly adopting new methods to defraud people. Due to increasing digital penetration, it is becoming easier for scammers to scam people. However, scammers adopt some common methods for this, including social engineering, offers, gifts, etc. Most people fall into the trap of scammers and lose everything. Google recently talked about the 5 most recent online scam trends, which have been prepared by Google’s Trust and Safety team. The technology company warned people about these recent online scam trends and advised them to be alert.
deep
These days many cases of fraud through deepfakes are coming to light. Hackers use generative AI to create realistic public figures, who look absolutely real. After this, people are offered fake investments, gifts, etc. Not only this, people are tempted through messages, emails, etc., so that they can easily fall into the trap.
Google has said in its warning that these types of scams are quite complex, with scammers committing many types of fraud in a single campaign. To avoid this type of fraud, look for unrealistic expressions from public figures in any AI-generated video and also pay attention to the promotion. If you feel something strange then stay alert.
crypto investment scam
Google said that big frauds are being committed these days even in the name of cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrency is a highly valuable digital asset, so people get caught up in the greed for better returns and are deceived. To avoid these types of scams, avoid any investments with unrealistic returns.
fake apps
Nowadays, cybercriminals also defraud users by making them download fake applications. Users are being forced to download fake apps from big brands by cloning their landing pages. Users accidentally upload their personal information to fake apps, which reaches hackers. Not only this, hackers steal banking details of users by installing fake apps on their phones. To avoid this, users should not download any third-party applications on the phone. Also, do not open unknown URLs or links.
landing page cloaking
Google said scammers use cloaking technology to direct users to a fake website on the system. This way, by making changes to the landing page, your information is stolen and fraud is committed. For example, the user is redirected to a fake e-commerce website and as soon as he enters the credit or debit card details to purchase any product, it is stolen. To avoid this type of fraud, users should pay attention to the URL of the website. If the URL is secure, it will start with https.
Benefits of large events
Cybercriminals also take advantage of major events and natural disasters to scam people. In the name of natural disasters and elections, fake charities are promoted and people are deceived.
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