Fake websites are becoming more sophisticated, but there are ways to identify a scammer’s tricks.
Cybercrime is becoming increasingly prevalent and sophisticated, with fake websites bringing in unsuspecting victims to scammers.
“Once they gain access, their first action is usually to change your password on the legitimate website, effectively locking you out of your own account permanently.” If a website is infected, it can contain viruses or scripts that run automatically when the site is visited, capturing any sensitive information that is entered.
Check the SSL or TLS certificate in the top left-hand corner of the URL bar. Click on the certificate to verify its validity. The little padlock symbol theoretically means a site is safe, but remember, it can be manipulated. Therefore, relying solely on the padlock is insufficient to determine a website’s authenticity.
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