Diwali Scam:-This festival is also the season for online shopping, as people are attracted towards online shopping due to lack of time and attractive offers. Some people are also getting scammed, know more.
Diwali Scam:-Diwali is a time of happiness, light and family bonding. During this time people give gifts to each other and do a lot of shopping, especially online. But, at the same time, fraudsters also become active and try to cheat people by adopting various tricks. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has recently issued an advisory to alert people, in which it has been told that fraudsters are using 13 different methods at this time to lure people and clean their hands on their money.
13 types of scams and ways to avoid them
Phishing scam: Fraudsters send fake emails and messages in the name of trusted brands, due to which people click on the link and share their login details or other personal information. To avoid this, always check the source of the email or message carefully.
Greed of lottery or prize: Fraudsters ask for personal information or money from people by luring them with the promise of winning a prize or lottery. Keep in mind, a real lottery is never found suddenly.
Fake dating profiles: Fraudsters try to build an emotional relationship by creating fake dating profiles and then slowly start demanding money. Always avoid money transactions with unknown people.
Job scam: By giving fake job offers or job advertisements, fraudsters claim to get you a job and in return ask for money in the name of registration fees or documentation charges. Check the authenticity of any job offer before accepting it.
Fake technical support calls: Many times fraudsters falsely claim technical problems in your device and ask for money in the name of support or remote access. Never give remote access of your phone or computer to any unknown person.
Fraud of huge returns on investment: Fraudsters try to get you to invest by promising high returns. Do not invest money in any scheme without complete information.
Fake online stores: By creating fake websites, fraudsters extort money from people by using the name of real brands and send fake or bad goods. Always shop from reputed websites and check the URL carefully.
Accidental money transfer claim: Fraudsters say that money has been transferred to your account by mistake and pressure you to return it. In such cases, contact your bank and do not return the money directly.
Fraud by impersonating police or officer: Fraudsters claim to be officers of the police or other agencies and try to scare you. Do not trust any unknown caller and do not send money to anyone.
Check the authenticity of the caller: Ensure the authenticity of unknown callers and avoid video calls or money transfers. Government agencies do not call via WhatsApp or Skype.
Don’t panic: Fraudsters often scare you into making quick decisions. Pause and think for a moment before making any decision.
Do not click on links and attachments: Avoid opening links and attachments, especially those received from unknown sources, as this can be dangerous for your security.
Report suspicious activity: If you have been scammed, immediately report it to your bank and the cyber crime department.
Some tips for safe online shopping
Use only verified websites: Always use trusted and authentic websites. Check HTTPS and URL.
Think before transferring money: Do not transfer money because of any offer or discount.
Software or apps: Do not install any app or software on the advice of an unknown person.
This Diwali, buy happiness, but do it wisely, so that no fraudster can lay his hands on your hard-earned money.