Cyber trick gets you to "click" without clicking

Written By kerry tomlinson

We're starting a new series to show you some of the sneaky things cyber crooks are doing to steal your stuff.

Cyber Tricks Revealed are quick videos and tips to keep you updated on criminal strategies and what you can do to protect yourself.

In our first episode, we show you how attackers get you to ‘click’ without clicking.

WATCH HERE:

Story originally published on September 7, 2022.

See print version here at Ampyx News (formerly called Ampere News).

 

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