Online Fraud Safety Tips: Do not search these 6 words on Google even by mistake, you will become the target of hackers..
Hackers are inventing new tricks to cheat people, now a recent report has revealed something shocking. If you search for anything by typing it on Google Search, then you need to be careful. Searching anything on Google by typing it can cost you a lot.
According to the New York Post, cyber security firm Sophos has warned internet users and advised them not to make the mistake of searching by typing Are Bengal Cats legal in Australia? On the internet even by mistake.
Hackers have created some such fraud links, if you click on them, then your personal information can go into the hands of hackers. For this work, hackers are using the SEO Poisoning technique. As soon as you click on these dangerous links appearing on Google, both your safety and privacy will be in danger.
What is SEO Poisoning?
SEO poisoning is a technique in which hackers manipulate search engine optimization so that such dangerous links appear at the top of Google search results. As soon as you click on these links and go to the site, your personal information, bank details, and important information like log-in ID and password are stolen.
The report states that as soon as you click on these links, the risk of a program named Gootloader being downloaded into the system increases. This malware can give control of your system to hackers so that hackers can steal your personal information and empty your bank account. According to Sophos, these links are especially dangerous for users living in Australia, because the hack is visible only when someone searches with Australia included in these 6 words.
What to do to avoid hackers?
Strong password: Use different and strong passwords for all accounts. Include letters (both small and large), numbers, and special symbols in the password. Apart from this, keep changing the password regularly.
Use two-factor authentication: Whichever app offers this feature, use it in that app.
Unknown links and public Wi-Fi: Do not click on suspicious emails, links or messages. Apart from this, do not share banking information or passwords on public Wi-Fi networks.
Use antivirus software: Install antivirus software to protect the system and update it regularly.