All the noted webpages used in this example were actual attempts of an online scam made by a cybercriminal(s) to mimic Skyline Chili communications and dupe unsuspecting online contest applicants. But be comforted in the fact that subsequent backlinks have been properly reported and tagged as Fraud and Phishing, and this phishing attempt is no longer reeling people in.
But we must be on our guard because cyber criminals are always hoping to bait us and then set the hook.
Vital safeguards to defend from an online scam:
– Implement complex passwords.
– Don’t open attachments from unknown sources or click on links embedded in emails, in direct messages or on social media sites.
– Be skeptical of unsolicited phone calls.
– Maintain regular Operating System and 3rd party software updates.
– Don’t download apps from unknown sources
– Install strong antivirus/endpoint security protection.
—Be aware of grammatical errors and pressuring time limits—these are often indicators of fraudulent claims
– Use Common Sense
As stated earlier, winning a contest is a rush. There is a thrill in the chase of a reward and businesses know this. But be advised and consider this recent evidence as proof that cyber-criminals also know this.
While winning free things can be fun, exciting, and rewarding, common sense always wins out. When messages and emails appear too good to be true, they usually are. The best bet is always the safe bet.
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