Benjamin Franklin used to say that in this world nothing is certain, except death and taxes. If he were alive today, he would most likely add social scams to the list.
Three common tricks you may come across in the digital world:
- Shocking news or fake celebrity news - Remember the saying “Curiosity killed the cat”? Cyber criminals will use anything that’s hot right then in the media, in order to capture your attention.
- Free stuff. Free mobile phones, free trips, free flight tickets, free beauty products. Always works!
- Urgency. Click here now, the discount is only available today, download this now or never, etc.
Credits: @Daily Security Tip
Three common tricks you may come across in the digital world:
- Shocking news or fake celebrity news - Remember the saying “Curiosity killed the cat”? Cyber criminals will use anything that’s hot right then in the media, in order to capture your attention.
- Free stuff. Free mobile phones, free trips, free flight tickets, free beauty products. Always works!
- Urgency. Click here now, the discount is only available today, download this now or never, etc.
Credits: @Daily Security Tip
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