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5 habits of smartphone users that make life easy for hackers, warns HDFC Bank
8Apr By adminNo Comments
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5 habits of smartphone users that make life easy for hackers, warns HDFC Bank

[ad_1] HDFC Bank has issued a new cybersecurity advisory to its customers specifically highlighting security tips that smartphone users must consider while using the HDFC mobile banking app and which may extend to mobile banking app users of other banks as well. This new cybersecurity advisory goes beyond highlighting the importance of protecting passwords, downloading banking apps from verified sources and raising awareness about phishing scams. HDFC Bank talked about a few common ‘bad habits' of smartphone users that make it easy for them to fall prey to hacking attempts and scams. If you are doing the following then you need to be more careful with your smartphone. 5 Smartphone Habits That You Need To Change For The Better  1. Keeping Bluetooth turned on always, especially in public ...
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Govt Warning: Don’t use public USB ports to charge your smartphones
31Mar By adminNo Comments
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Govt Warning: Don’t use public USB ports to charge your smartphones

[ad_1] The government has issued a warning urging citizens to be cautious when using public phone charging stations in places like airports, cafes, hotels, and bus stands. The advisory comes amidst growing concerns over the "USB charger scam," a tactic cybercriminals use to exploit unsuspecting individuals who rely on these stations while on the move.The USB charger scam poses a significant risk, exploiting the trust of individuals who rely on public charging ports. Cybercriminals utilise a tactic called "juice-jacking" to compromise these ports and launch attacks on connected devices. Also read: Total Solar Eclipse 2024: When, where and how to watch rare celestial event: All details What is ‘Juice-Jacking'Through juice-jacking, hackers can steal sensitive data or implant malware onto u...
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Cybercriminals exploiting eSIM tech to hijack data, access bank accounts, warn researchers
15Mar By adminNo Comments
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Cybercriminals exploiting eSIM tech to hijack data, access bank accounts, warn researchers

[ad_1] In a stark warning, F.A.C.C.T., a leading Russian cybersecurity firm, has raised alarm about the sinister use of eSIM technology by criminals to pilfer phone numbers, enabling access to sensitive bank accounts. The revelation, reported by Bleeping Computers, sheds light on a disturbing trend where eSIM, initially designed for convenience, are now being exploited as tools for nefarious activities.What is eSIM Technology?eSIM, or electronic SIM card, represents a digital evolution of physical SIM, residing within mobile device chips and offering identical functionality with the added benefit of remote reprogramming capabilities. Users can seamlessly integrate an eSIM into their devices by scanning a provided QR code from their service provider. Widely embraced by smartphone manufac...
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Maharashtra: Woman loses ₹2.4 lakh to cyber fraud
20Aug By adminNo Comments
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Maharashtra: Woman loses ₹2.4 lakh to cyber fraud

[ad_1] A 26-year-old woman from Nagpur lost ₹2.4 lakh after falling prey to cyber fraud, an official said on Saturday.Complainant Tshiwang Ladol originally belongs to Leh in the Union Territory of Ladakh and lives in the Somwari Quarter area here, said the official. She is pursuing a course in physical education in Nagpur. Ladol recently received an offer through the Telegram app for an online job. She was told to complete a few simple online tasks and received some amount, the official said.Later, Ladol was lured with the promise of more income and was persuaded to make “investments”. This way, she paid ₹2.4 lakh to the fraudsters who were in touch with her through the app.After realising that she had been cheated, Ladol approached the police on Friday.A case has been registered unde...
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