Forms of Attack Using the COVID-19 Pandemic
Scammers continually keep up with current events; recently, they have been trying to seize your personal information using methods they have developed by using the COVID-19 pandemic that is sweeping our country and the world.
Malicious Software
They can install malicious software on your devices via applications marked “thermometers,” “COVID-19 Precautions,” “Protect Yourself From the Pandemic,” and “COVID Test,” downloaded from app markets for smartphones, tablets, and PCs.
Hints
- We advise not downloading apps that are developed by unknown app developers and received a lot of positive reviews and scores in a short period of time.
- We strongly advise that you research little-known apps before you download them.
Phishing
They can attempt to convince the customers of a financial institution to download malicious software using SMS or e-mail marked “COVID-19 precautions,” “Protect Yourself From the Pandemic,” or “COVID Test” using data seized or copied from trusted institutions or people, or using apps to seize security information for financial assets.
Hints
- Be wary of e-mails or SMS messages that come using information seized or copied from trusted institutions or people.
- Definitely do not open links sent by these kinds of suspicious sources.
- State institutions and financial institutions will never share links via e-mail or SMS.
- State institutions and financial institutions will never ask you for your financial or personal information.
Fraud and Fraud Protection Methods
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