Leading Online Threat Expert at Avast Software
Posted: Sun Jan 19, 2025 5:05 am
Jan Zika
Enable two-factor authentication wherever possible.
Fraudulent sites can also be identified by the symbols in the address bar when making a payment. "On the checkout page, pay attention to the address bar - there should be a site identification button (green lock)," the expert noted.
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The image of a green lock means that the site supports the secure "https" protocol and credit card data will not fall into the hands of fraudsters. Also, do not forget to update your antivirus. Attackers often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software.
It is best to shop on well-known and trusted sites. Some indonesia whatsapp number list counterfeit stores try to intercept visitors of large online retailers with the help of contextual advertising. They offer products that have been recently viewed at very low prices.
Jan Zika
Leading Online Threat Expert at Avast Software
If an offer from an online store seems too good to be true, think twice before pulling out your credit card and re-examine the site.
Yuri Vopilov, CEO of Brand Monitor, agrees with the Avast expert. He advises not to pay attention to overly tempting advertising offers. It is best to think through the shopping list in advance.
Yuri Vopilov
CEO of Brand Monitor
It is necessary to carefully study the online store, not to be led by dubious advertising and carefully consider your purchases.
During seasonal sales, especially on Black Friday, scammers are most active in persuading buyers to buy counterfeit goods - at this time we become less vigilant and do not suspect big discounts.
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In 85% of cases, original websites and fakes have the same logo, images and product descriptions. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that online stores with such intrusive advertising sell counterfeit products. Brand Monitor shared some secrets on how to recognize that a website sells counterfeit goods.
Enable two-factor authentication wherever possible.
Fraudulent sites can also be identified by the symbols in the address bar when making a payment. "On the checkout page, pay attention to the address bar - there should be a site identification button (green lock)," the expert noted.
gmail-https
The image of a green lock means that the site supports the secure "https" protocol and credit card data will not fall into the hands of fraudsters. Also, do not forget to update your antivirus. Attackers often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software.
It is best to shop on well-known and trusted sites. Some indonesia whatsapp number list counterfeit stores try to intercept visitors of large online retailers with the help of contextual advertising. They offer products that have been recently viewed at very low prices.
Jan Zika
Leading Online Threat Expert at Avast Software
If an offer from an online store seems too good to be true, think twice before pulling out your credit card and re-examine the site.
Yuri Vopilov, CEO of Brand Monitor, agrees with the Avast expert. He advises not to pay attention to overly tempting advertising offers. It is best to think through the shopping list in advance.
Yuri Vopilov
CEO of Brand Monitor
It is necessary to carefully study the online store, not to be led by dubious advertising and carefully consider your purchases.
During seasonal sales, especially on Black Friday, scammers are most active in persuading buyers to buy counterfeit goods - at this time we become less vigilant and do not suspect big discounts.
funny-picture-photo-funny-sign-cosmic-kitty-pic
In 85% of cases, original websites and fakes have the same logo, images and product descriptions. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that online stores with such intrusive advertising sell counterfeit products. Brand Monitor shared some secrets on how to recognize that a website sells counterfeit goods.