Cyber fraud: In this modern world, all work is being done in smart ways. At the same time, cases of cyber fraud are also increasing rapidly. Criminals are cheating people in new ways. One such new case has come to light in which thugs are cheating people in the name of winning fake KBC and Tata car. Digital arrest is also increasing rapidly in the country in which criminals are cheating people using AI. Let’s know what the matter is.
This is how cheating is happening
For your information, let us tell you that in the new case, the victim has been duped of about 11 lakh rupees by the fraudsters. A link has been sent to the victim on WhatsApp. This link was sent in the name of playing fake KBC. As soon as the victim clicked on the link, he was asked some questions which he answered. After giving the correct answer, the fraudsters said that congratulations, you have won a Tata car. After this, the victim became very happy. After this, the criminals told that you can also take 9 lakh rupees in cash instead of the car.
After this the victim chose the cash option. Now the victim was told that he would have to pay a registration fee of Rs 1200. After this the fraudsters asked him for some more money. In doing so the victim transferred about Rs 11 lakh to the fraudsters. After this the victim came to know that he had become a victim of cyber fraud, after which he went to the police and filed a report.
This is the way to avoid it
- Cases of cyber fraud have increased rapidly, in such a situation you should also be very cautious.
- One should not click on any unknown link.
- Tempting offers should be avoided.
- Stay away from fake KBC or Tata car winning offers.
- You should also stay away from unknown WhatsApp calls.
- Never share your bank details or any sensitive information with anyone over the call.
- Any third party app should not be downloaded on anyone’s advice.
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