Digital imitation occurs when criminals steal your personal information such as names, cellphone numbers, e-mail addresses or details of banking to take unauthorized actions.
Nearly 36% of Indians are said to suffer from various types of identity theft such as financial security theft, social identity theft, etc.
However, taking precautions and following safe safe practices can help reduce the risk of identity theft.
The official Twitter handle of Maharashtra Cyber ​​has outlined these steps in the post.
‘Beware of digital imitation’ read tweets along with images that include prevention steps.
They are: using private / laptop phones for cellular and careful internet banking when filling out any online forms that request personal information that go into social media and other personal profiles only on personal devices.
Always remember to log out after each session avoids clicking the suspicious link received on email, social media or via SMS.
Beware of Digital Imitation # Mahacyerber #maharashtra #Maharashtrapolice #Government # DIGITALBANKING …
https://t.co/NKDBatQrfu- Maharashtra Cyber ​​(@ MahacyBer1) 1628251100000enabling authentication two factors for all accounts, creating a powerful and unique password, and Keeping tabs on financial statements can be several other steps that can ensure online privacy and safety.
Always use a website with the URL that starts with “HTTPS” also helps avoid fake websites that can steal your personal information.
Always remember, it pays to pay attention and regularly monitor your social media account, together, along with your email.
If you see a difference, report it to the cybercrime.gov.in portal.
Or, the user can also call 155260 to report the CyberCrime case.