Cyber security in time of crisis – stay alert
Cyber criminals thrive on uncertainty.
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, cyber criminals sadly use such times of crisis and world events as an opportunity to get hold of your information via phishing attacks and other methods.
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Here are some points to consider to stay cyber safe in times of crisis:
Here are some points to consider to stay cyber safe in times of crisis:
- Be alert to phishing emails and bogus calls. Some scams may reference a crisis situation or a global event using emotion and urgency to entice you to reply or click a link. Check the authenticity of a request before sharing any information with people you don’t know. Never click on any links, download any attachments, or give information over the phone if you have any doubts.
- Donate through official channels. Some scams may pretend to be fake charities asking you to donate. If you wish to donate to a charity, it's best to make the donation by visiting the charity's official website or by calling them on a known documented number.
- Stay secure online. Only consult known, reputable sources for the latest crisis updates and use multi-factor authentication where possible. Do not click on advert links.
Remember: If something is too good to be true it probably is!