The Most Common Internet Scams and How to Protect Yourself

The Most Common Internet Scams and How to Protect Yourself

Guarding Against Dangerous Internet Scams: Your Shield Against Cyber Deception By: Javid Amin In the vast and ever-evolving landscape of the internet, an array of risks and dangers lurk, with internet scams being one of the most prevalent and insidious threats. Scammers employ a myriad of cunning tactics to dupe unsuspecting individuals into divulging their personal information or parting with their hard-earned money. Here are some of the most common internet scams that you should be vigilant about: Phishing Scams: These scams are elaborate ruses designed to coax you into…

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Beware: Android Users Vulnerable to Fake Telegram and Signal Apps on Google Play Store

Beware: Android Users Vulnerable to Fake Telegram and Signal Apps on Google Play Store

In a concerning revelation, cybersecurity researchers from Kaspersky have identified a significant threat to Android users – fake Telegram and Signal apps lurking on the Google Play Store. These counterfeit applications are cunningly crafted to pilfer sensitive information from users’ devices, encompassing contact details, phone numbers, chat histories, and even login credentials. The fake Telegram apps don a disguise, masquerading as Uyghur, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese versions of the legitimate app. Shockingly, these fraudulent apps managed to amass over 200,000 downloads from the Google Play Store before Google took…

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