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You leave digital footprints with your routine actions on social media, email, shopping sites—everything you do online. This data can be used by companies to target ads and recommendations to you.  But it also makes you vulnerable to cybercriminals who can leverage your information for phishing scams, identity theft, and other crimes. While you can't eliminate your digital footprints completely, you can take these 8 steps to minimize risks:

Embrace the holiday cheer, but beware of the grinches out there! 🎄🎁 From phishing scams to fake online retailers, the season of giving also attracts holiday scams. Make sure you keep your money and identity safe against fraud during this most wonderful time of the year. Stay vigilant and aware! #HolidaySafety #ProtectYourIdentity #HolidayScams #Fraud #IdentityTheft #HolidaySeason

For years, we have used SMS services, the same legitimate services fraudsters abuse to conduct our testing simulations. These services enable pen-testers and fraudsters alike to spoof messages. For us, it's to test businesses. For them, it's often to scam people. Over the last month, we have found more and more telecoms suppliers making arrangements to limit this activity, they almost seem scared of getting a fine for not validating such use. This means we've got to jump through some hoops - but this is a great thing! Hopefully fraudsters won't be able to validate themselves and we can turn the tide on SMS phishing. #SMShing #socialengineering

Scammers circulate QR codes in public spaces, via SMS and emails which when scanned, lead the victim to phishing sites and help scammers steal sensitive information. Here are some tips to keep in mind to avoid falling victim to QR code scams. https://lnkd.in/dvgnPUJ4

Phishing for Trouble: Don't Fall for Fake UPI Calls or Texts! 🇮🇳 #phishingscams UPI fraud isn't just about sophisticated identity theft. Phishing scams are still a prevalent threat! Be cautious of fraudsters impersonating your bank or other trusted sources. Their goal? Tricking you into revealing your UPI PIN or clicking on malicious links. Stay sharp! Here's how to protect yourself: Never share your UPI PIN over the phone or text. No legitimate source will ask for it this way. Double-check sender details before responding to UPI messages. Look for inconsistencies or suspicious phone numbers/email addresses. By staying vigilant, we can make UPI a safer space for everyone! #digitalpayments #securityawareness

Beware of phishing scams! Here are some common tactics fraudsters use over the phone: 🎣 Calling or texting from a number that looks like it's from Decatur County Bank 🎣 Sending emails that appear to be from Decatur County Bank 🎣 Pretending to be the 'FRAUD DEPARTMENT' 🎣 Asking for account info via phone, text, or email Stay tuned this week as we dive deeper into spotting and avoiding phishing scams! #PhishingScams #StayAlert

🚨 In today's increasingly digital world, phishing attacks are on the rise and it's smart to be aware of what they are and how to spot them so you don't fall victim to fraud, identity theft, and other risks. Swipe to learn how to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. ➡️ Make online safety a top priority by staying vigilant and fortifying your digital defenses.🛡️🌐 #StaySafeOnline #TechTips #PhishingAwareness #CICTSolutions

Phishing: when fraudsters contact their victims by e-mail, text message or telephone to obtain personal data such as credit card or debit card information, in order to steal their money. Follow the tips of Card Security to protect yourself against card fraud: https://lnkd.in/eGaeNifa #cardsecurity #phising

Cyberthreats increase significantly during the holidays. From phishing scams to identity theft, the risks are real. 🛒💻 #CyberSafetySunday is a reminder that it‘s not just about snagging the best deals - it’s also crucial to stay safe online. Read these tips from Norton to help you shop smarter. #CyberMonday

Payment scams and Phishing can come from many places, and some of them know how to disguise themselves very well. Check out some tips to recognize scam attempts and stay safe! #SmartFastPay #digitalsafety #scams