Blocked more than 2 lakh scam attacks in first quarter of this year, hackers targeting vulnerable users

 Blocked more than 2 lakh scam attacks in first quarter of this year, hackers targeting vulnerable users

Blocked more than 2 lakh scam attacks in first quarter of this year, hackers targeting vulnerable users

    In the tech support scam, hackers were attacking users under the pretext of repairing a computer, device or software.

    Never call or message any legal technical support team. Such fraud calls should therefore be avoided

Cyber ​​security firm Avast has released its first quarter report for 2021. The company's researcher said it had identified and blocked more than 2 lakh tech support scam attacks. In the tech support scam, hackers were attacking users under the pretext of repairing a computer, device or software.

According to reports, hackers once installed malware in a user's system. They could then access the system and data. Hackers could also damage the system and data. Avast believes tech support fraud is a big issue within the country.

Hackers were targeting vulnerable users

"Tech support fraud is now commonplace," said Alexis Savsey, a senior malware analyst at Avast. Hackers target the weakest users. Hackers exploit victims through money or personal data. No one will ever call or message you in front of a legal technical support team. If a call or message comes in this way, you should avoid connecting with it. They should not be given access to their device or share personal data. Hackers can take advantage of access to your bank account, health records or necessary services.

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Damage from remote connection

Researchers have warned that once hackers make a phone call, they will try to persuade you to establish a remote connection to your computer. Sometimes users download other remote management software without knowing how to maintain a continuous connection with the computer.