Nowadays, incidents of cyber crime are increasing rapidly, and in view of this, the US investigation agency FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) has recently issued a big alert. In this alert, mobile users have been specifically warned that if certain types of messages come to your phone, delete them immediately. If you do not do this, you may become a victim of cyber fraud or data theft.
What has the FBI said?
The FBI has warned that “SMS phishing” that is Smishing attacks are increasing a lot these days. This is a method in which hackers send fake links and as soon as a user clicks on that link, his personal data, bank details and phone information can be stolen.
What kind of messages are dangerous?
Your bank account is about to be closed, login immediately
You have won the lottery, click on this link
Enter your OTP here or else the service will be stopped
There is a problem with the delivery of your package, track it
All these types of messages are fake and their purpose is only to deceive the user. The FBI says that many people trust these messages and lose money from their bank account.
What to do if you get such a message?
1. Do not click on the link.
2. Delete the message immediately.
3. If you have clicked by mistake, scan the phone immediately or report to the cyber cell.
4. Inform your bank immediately.
5. If there is any suspicious app in the phone, uninstall it.
How to keep yourself safe?
Ignore messages from unknown numbers.
Keep anti-virus and security apps in the phone.
Keep two-factor authentication on.
Always check the URL of the website carefully.
Keep reading information related to cyber fraud from time to time.