Top Ways to Outsmart Cybercriminals

Since there is a significant increase in cybercrime. Putting proactive concepts and preventative measures into practice is becoming more and more crucial to maintaining your safety.

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In 2023, the cybersecurity company Surfshark produced statistics indicating that South Africa is one of the top five countries globally impacted by cybercrime.

Being aware of the surge in online crimes including virus attacks, phishing scams, and banking fraud is essential to preventing yourself from falling victim.

The most common attacks are:

  • Phishing
  • Bait-and-switch, where superior goods are advertised, but inferior goods are supplied
  • Pretending to be a trusted or reputable source, such as an online shopping site
  • Offering prizes or free downloads in exchange for data or information
  • Romance scams
  • Fake invoices or manipulating banking details
  • SIM-swap attacks

The tools and methods that cybercriminals employ are always evolving, much like the threat landscape in the digital sphere. You have to keep up with the latest security trends and weaknesses if you want to outwit them. It’s essential to update your software and systems on a regular basis using the most recent updates.

“Complacency, ignorance, being tech-averse, and believing it won’t happen to you prevent you from taking steps to keep yourself safe,” 

– Wicus Ross, a senior security researcher at Orange Cyberdefense

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