Phishing<\/strong> \u2013 scammers create fake websites that look like genuine ones to collect personal information from users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spoofing<\/strong> \u2013 fraudsters impersonate well-known institutions or people to deceive users and extort money or information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Psychological manipulation<\/strong> \u2013 scammers use emotional manipulation such as fear, rush or the desire for profit to make the victim make rash decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Social engineering attack<\/strong> \u2013 fraudsters try to exploit interpersonal relationships based on trust in friends to deceive the victim, e.g. by asking them to send money in confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use of private information<\/strong> \u2013 fraudsters collect private information about their victims in order to more convincingly impersonate people or institutions they know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Using the social principle of social proof<\/strong> \u2013 scammers use principles of social psychology, such as trust in other people or the desire to belong to a group, to manipulate the victim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These social engineering techniques are an effective tool used by online scammers to achieve their goals, so it is important to exercise caution and common sense when using the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Internet user security is currently one of the most important issues we face. One of the most common threats we encounter online is phishing attacks sent via email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Phishing attacks involve impersonating trusted institutions or individuals to obtain confidential information, such as bank account login credentials or other sensitive data. Recipients of such a fake email can easily be tricked into providing their personal information, unknowingly facilitating hackers' access to their accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To protect yourself from phishing attacks, pay close attention to emails you receive. Be sure to check the sender's address and the message content. Links are often hidden so they're easy to click accidentally, which increases the risk of fraud. To check the address of the website a link is trying to send you, simply hover your mouse over the suspicious link without clicking it. Make sure the link you're about to click takes you to a website whose address you know and doesn't contain any extra numbers, letters, or misplaced characters. Also, check if the website has an SSL certificate, which confirms that the data being sent is encrypted and secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Social media users often fall victim to scammers, receiving information about account closures or violations. Such information raises concerns for many users, especially if the account is used not only for contacting friends but also for connecting with clients or promoting one's business. It's worth paying particular attention to such messages and, if necessary, contacting the owner or staff directly through the service you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If in doubt, it is always worth consulting the appropriate services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's also important to use up-to-date antivirus software and security systems to help detect potential threats. Remember that our online security depends primarily on our caution and awareness, so it's worth being vigilant and not trusting everything we receive via email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you suspect you've been a victim of phishing, immediately change your passwords to your online accounts. Scan your devices for malware. If you've provided financial information, contact the appropriate authority to block your card or monitor unauthorized transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It's also important to report phishing attempts to the appropriate authorities, such as CERT Polska or the Police. This can help prevent attacks on other users and help prosecute criminals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In summary, awareness and caution are key to preventing and dealing with phishing. Keep the above tips in mind and stay vigilant online to protect your data and avoid cybercriminals.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Wst\u0119p U\u017cytkownik\u00f3w Internetu i aplikacji w telefonach stale przybywa. Obecnie nie wyobra\u017camy sobie ju\u017c \u015bwiata bez smartfon\u00f3w czy Internetu, a korzystanie z dobrodziejstw jakie daj\u0105 nam aplikacje dost\u0119pne w ka\u017cdym telefonie sta\u0142o si\u0119 nasz\u0105 codzienno\u015bci\u0105. Mo\u017cliwo\u015b\u0107 komunikowania si\u0119 czy za\u0142atwienia spraw administracyjnych z poziomu w\u0142asnego urz\u0105dzenia pozwala nam zaoszcz\u0119dzi\u0107 nasz czas i skupi\u0107 si\u0119 na […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":4980,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4978","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"yoast_head":"\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pixelis.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/bezpieczenstwo-danych.jpg.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat is phishing and how to recognize it<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to protect yourself from online fraud attacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Another important indicator of phishing is a list of email addresses. If you receive suspicious messages from unknown or suspicious senders, do not open attachments or click on links. Additionally, watch out for spelling and grammatical errors in the email body, as these are common signs that the message may be a phishing attempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\nData protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
We also recommend blocking your PESEL number. You can do this via the website www.gov.pl or at your local municipal office. Blocking your PESEL number makes it impossible to conclude a savings account, loan, or credit agreement\u2014both for you and for the fraudster.
You can unblock your PESEL number at any time. You can do this by choosing one of two options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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