Himani Verma
Cyberattacks and frauds have increased by a concerning amount targeting senior citizens. Common forms of these attacks are data breaches or theft, due to the increased role of digital means in finance sector.
Here's how to safeguard your online activities:
A Virtual Private Network encrypts your internet traffic, masking your location and your online activity
Be it a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer, periodic scanning with an able antivirus solution, like Microsoft Defender, can scan and protect one's device from malware
Activate the usage of Do Not Track; browsers are to be used in incognito mode, and cleaning from cookies should be done on a regular basis to minimize tracking
Review permissions of applications from time to time and revoke those that are not necessary, especially for personal data
Be aware that emails, messages, and advertisements can contain links that may be phishing attempts to present your data