5 tips to stay safe from bank account-draining online scams in 2024
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The advancement in technology, while making our lives easier, has also given rise to a new type of threat - online scams.
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Threat actors employ nefarious means to steal people's personal information which can be used to deal a financial blow to the victim.
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Check out 5 tips to stay safe from bank account-draining scams.
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1. Update your smartphone with the latest update and install the latest security patches.
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2. Install apps only from trustworthy sources such as the Google Play Store and App Store.
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3. Do not share confidential information such as OTP, PIN or card details with anyone, especially over the phone or Internet.
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4. Before allowing access to any application, pay heed to the permissions.
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5. Do not click on suspicious links that you receive in emails or SMS.
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