How can we protect yourself on the Internet: The most common ways of stealing personal data

< IMG SRC = "/Uploads/Blogs/19/4F/IB-FRNV0EBH4_E32574C4.jpg" Alt = "How to Protect yourself on the Internet: The most common ways of stealing personal data"/> ~ ~ ~ < p > there are many ways to lose data & ndash; from massive leaks of large companies to sophisticated malefactors.

< P > After the abduction, personal data is likely to be sold or used in different fraud schemes with the purpose of illegal purchases, access to account and phishing. About it reports & nbsp; unian.

< P > The personal data, which are aimed at cybercriminals, include names and addresses, bank cards or account numbers, social insurance numbers and state identification numbers, passport data and driver's license, as well as data to enter different corporate accounts. The more stolen data, the more opportunities for the following scam.

< P > In order not to be a victim of fraudsters, ESET specialists have prepared a list of the most common fraudulent methods for theft of personal data and tips for protection against them.

~ ~ < p >1. Phishing, Smishing and Wishing: Classic attacks using social engineering can occur through different channels & ndash; from classic phishing via e -mail to text messages (Smishing) and even phone calls (Vishing). The attackers tend to use ways to make a dangerous link, fill in personal information or open a harmful attachment. To do this, fraudsters often make themselves for a well -known company or institution, as well as resort to other methods, such as fake domain.

< p > 2. Digital skiming: To get your card data, malefactors can add harmful code to the web pages of popular sites.

< p > 3. Public Wi-Fi: Unprotected Public Wi-Fi can be used by fraudsters to intercept personal data of users. Hackers can also create harmful access points to collect data and redirect victims to dangerous sites.

< p >4. Harmful software: Threats to the abduction of data are becoming more and more problem for both companies and ordinary users. They can be installed using different mechanisms, such as phishing messages, contained websites, broken games, Google ADS, or even legitimate programs, including fake meetings. Most of these threats collect files, personal information, card data, passwords and track keyboard press.

< p > 5. Dangerous advertising: advertisements can be customized to theft of information, sometimes even without interaction with the user.

< p >6. Harmful websites: Phishing resources can be masked for known official resources, even to make a very similar domain. After visiting this page, the user will start a hidden loading of malicious software. Often thanks to harmful SEO methods, dangerous websites are on top of search ratings to cover more casualties.

< p > 7. Dangerous applications: Bank Troyans and threats to theft of information can be masked by legitimate applications. Such programs usually distribute outside official stores such as Google Play.

< p > 8. Loss or devices of devices: In case of disappearance of your device and lack of proper protection on it, hackers can break it to get personal and bank data.

< p >< strong > How to prevent fraud on the Internet

< p >The most obvious way to prevent fraud with data & mdash; This does not allow attackers to access your personal and bank information. It is important to follow all of the following tips.

< P > Create reliable and unique passwords: use different and complex combinations for each site, app, account and store them in passwords. Improve protection by turning on two -factor authentication in your accounts. This will prevent access to your account in case of stolen data for login.

< P > Set the Safety Program: This solution will scan and block malware and download, detect and block phishing websites, as well as warn about suspicious activity.

~ < P > Download applications only official resources: Use Apple App Store and Google Play to download mobile apps. Always check the reviews and permissions before download.

< p >Be careful: always pay attention to the common signs of phishing, including unwanted messages that call for immediate action, or contain unknown links or attachments. Also the attackers can use prize draws or warnings about a fine if you do not answer as soon as possible.

< P > Reduce the risks of theft: Do not store your payment card data and personal information when buying goods in online stores. In this case, the attackers will have fewer opportunities for fraudulent in the event of data leakage of these companies.

< P > Avoid connecting to public Wi-Fi: In the event of an urgent need to use a public network Try not to open any confidential accounts. Anyway use VPN to be safe.

< P > If your data has been lost as a result of leakage, you should report to the bank and block your cards (this can be done through most bank programs), report fraud and order card replacement. It is also important to change the login data that has been broken and enable two -factor authentication.

< P > Fraud with personal data continues to remain a common threat, since thanks to data stealing technologies it becomes easier for malefactors. However, compliance with the rules of cyberhygiene reduces the capabilities that fraudsters can use to theft information and also make digital life safer.