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The long holiday season is around the corner. While everyone is busy planning for the vacation, shopping, and gifting, scammers are gearing up to scam millions with festive-themed emails. They want to get your personal details and money under the cover of holiday mailers. Scams covering discounts and lotteries to campaigns full of phishing have started flooding millions of inboxes globally. 1 in 5 online shoppers in India reported being a victim of online fraud during the holidays. (Source: Norton Cyber Security). Phishing scams (45%), online shopping scams (25%), and lottery scams (15%) are the most common types of holiday scams in India. (According to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)) 30% of Indians reported receiving fake emails or messages claiming to be from popular e-commerce websites. (Source: Kaspersky Lab). The average financial loss per person due to online scams

Let’s be real for a moment. How many of us have clicked on something we shouldn’t have, downloaded a questionable file, or opened an email that felt a little “off”? We’ve all been there. The internet is a wild place, and while we’re busy enjoying its many benefits, there are constantly threats just waiting to cause chaos in our digital lives. And it’s not just large corporations that get hit — small businesses and individual users are just as likely to fall victim to these attacks. So, how do we protect ourselves from these constant digital dangers? The answer isn’t complicated: you need the right tools. But with so many options out there, how do you know what’s worth your time and money? Let me break it down. When it comes to antivirus and cybersecurity, you don’t want just the basics. You

There are ups and downs in parenting, like a rollercoaster. With advice flowing from all directions—solicited or not—navigating the challenges can feel overwhelming. In the information age, conflicting suggestions can lead to self-doubt, making you question your decisions. If you believe everything you hear about kids online, you might think that dangers lurk behind every click. While it’s true that risks exist, there’s also a lot of positive engagement happening. Experts caution against a "techno-panic mindset" that fuels unnecessary anxiety among parents. To keep our kids safe, we must understand the facts. I've compiled five common internet safety myths, along with the truths you can use to alleviate any concerns you might have.   Myth 1: Social Media Turns Kids into Cyberbullies Truth: Cyberbullying is more about underlying issues than social media itself. While social media provides a platform for cyberbullying, the behavior often stems

Have you ever received an email from a brand you trust that felt a bit off, or maybe it seemed overly urgent? If so, you might have encountered a phishing attempt. Common signs include typos, aggressive language urging you to act quickly, and suspicious links leading to unsecured websites. Surprisingly, over 75% of online scams start with such emails. When scammers impersonate a trusted brand to steal your information, it’s known as Clone Phishing. These deceptive messages often contain harmful links and attachments that can compromise your cybersecurity. India, has seen over 79 million phishing attacks, placing it third globally after the US and the UK, with the technology sector being the most targeted. As organizations enhance their phishing awareness training, attackers adapt their tactics to bypass these defenses. Clone phishing, similar to thread hijacking, involves replicating a genuine email and resending it

Did you recently buy a new computer during the holiday season? It must have come equipped with a Free Antivirus Software trial, extending for a month or more. While this initial protection is a valuable addition, relying solely on free antivirus software may leave you inadequately defended. For a more robust shield against cyber threats, it's advisable to explore beyond the offerings of free antivirus applications. Neglecting to employ antivirus protection puts your personal information, data, and even your bank account at risk. In a recent study, India witnessed a significant surge in cyberattacks in the first quarter of 2024, with a substantial 20% of internet users becoming victims of cyber threats, highlighting the growing vulnerability of online users in the country. During the same timeframe, a significant proportion of users were exposed to online dangers, with 22.9% facing web-based threats, while 20.1%

With 5.3 million compromised accounts, India ranked fifth among the nations with the most breaches in 2023. There is a constant warning about the dangers of viruses, malware, and hackers. But there's another type of cyber threat that is far more personal and manipulative: ‘Social Engineering.’ While most of us think of cyber threats as technical, social engineering is different—it targets human psychology, not just technology. Want to know how? Let’s dwell into this-   What is Social Engineering? Social engineering is essentially the art of manipulating people into giving up confidential information. Unlike traditional hacking, which focuses on exploiting technical vulnerabilities, social engineering preys on human vulnerabilities. It’s a type of psychological manipulation where attackers trick individuals into revealing sensitive data, such as passwords, bank information, or even access to secure systems. This kind of attack can happen to anyone, anywhere. You might

Have you ever thought of being arrested in your vicinity? You are not held captive physically but mentally, under the pressure of doing something illegal that actually did not happen. This is the present scenario Indian people have been facing in the last few months. A situation of chaos and tension that leads to the transfer of hefty funds in the name of the Police or CBI sounds utterly disgusting. But this is happening, and people are suffering badly because of the fraudsters. In a report published by the RBI (Reserve Bank of India), it was revealed that bank fraud exceeded Rs.30k crore in FY23. In the past decade, bank fraud has risen beyond expectation, with 65,017 cases and a sum of Rs.4.69 million. Cybercriminals use new and advanced tactics to deceive individuals and organizations. One new fraudulent method that is becoming popular among

Terror not only comes from gunshots and physical crime. These days, online crime is giving humans a big-time terror attack. Have you encountered any such? So, many of you must have, and so many must still be, safe from online terror, which, in fact, is very good. But you need to be cautious. One such online terror that is giving businesses, governments, and individuals a big-time terror attack is called Data Breach or Data Leak. A little lack of precaution can lead to unexpected results, leading to sensitive information leakage. Whether you are online or offline, hackers are way more intelligent and can access you through the internet, text messages, Bluetooth, or any online service you use. A few years back, there was news that Bluetooth connection used to flash on victims' mobile, and upon clicking, it led to account hacking. According to

Are you a professional, student, housewife, business owner, or farmer? Laptops have become an incredible part of almost everyone's life. There are endless activities to do and unlimited mediums to explore. They are very dear to the one who is using them, kind of personal, I would say. But have you thought about how it feels when something valuable, usable, and personal gets stolen or lost? What emotions, such as fear, roam around? Shivering, I guess! Have you ever experienced anything as such? I haven't tried to be cautious while travelling. 74% of laptop thefts happen when travelling or in public areas. Today, laptops have become an inseparable part of one's life. They are essential tools for both professional and personal use. With ample storage capacity, laptops store information and data, making them crucial assets for organizations and individuals. Still, the device has sometimes

One aspect of the Internet you might need to be aware of is the dark web. Published on September 18, 2023 by Ani Petrosyan. As of January 2023, 7 out of 10 adults in a few selected nations worldwide were unaware of how the dark web operated. Because the dark web is so opaque, you may access stuff that conventional web browsers cannot display and that search engines have yet to begin indexing. Additionally, a Tor browser is the only way to access it. Who then utilizes it? Whistleblowers, the media, the intelligence community, and individuals looking for a guarantee that their Internet usage won't be censored or tracked all utilize the dark web. But as the name suggests, there is a darker side to this more reclusive Internet area, full of threats and illicit behavior. In this blog post, we'll examine patterns and