The video conferencing application ZOOM has rapidly gainedpopularity during the current situation. It’s easy and free –it is a popular way to stay in touch.
There are several reports in the media, both mainstream and Cyber, raising doubts about the security of ZOOM.
In the current unprecedented circumstances the need for effective channels of communication are vital. NCSC guidance shows there is no security reason for Zoom not to be used for conversations below a certain classification. The NCSC recommends following vendor best practice advice in the mitigation of vulnerabilities. In this case, the most important aspect is to use the latest version of the application and follow vendor security advice. More information can be found at: https://zoom.us/security
Top tips for video users:
• Think about location -what can be seen in the background?
• Do you have Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant listening in the background?
• Sharing your screen –think about what else can be seen when you “share”
Reporting is CRUCIAL. If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud report this to Action Fraud either onlineat or by calling 0300 123 2040.
Santander have reported that an alarming amount of people under the age of 25 are being tricked into clicking on fraudulent hashtags and becoming money mules – a crime which can see lead to a prison sentence of up to 14 years. Money mules are individuals who allow criminals to use their bank accounts to transfer money associated with illegal activity, and are more often than not offered cash in return for doing so. Santander says that the amount of money mules has increased by 29 per cent in the last year alone, with 49 per cent of them being under the age of 25 – 70 per cent of people are said to be unaware about what a money mule actually is, which a factor which illustrates just how valuable unsuspecting social media users can be to criminals.
These are the hashtags NOT to click on:
#Moneyflipsuk
#Mflipssss
#Deetsandflips
#Deetsandflipping
#legitmoneyflips
#flipsanddeets
#PayPalFlip
#RealMoneyTransfers
#UkFlips
#EasyMoney
For more information please visit the media article below:
https://www.mirror.co.uk/money/ten-hashtags-clicking-can-land-19349453
What is SSL Certificate?
SSL stands for ‘Secure Socket’ Layer Certificate. It is also known ‘Digital Certificate’. SSL Certificate creates a secure link between a website and a visitor’s browser. This is to ensure that all data passed between the two remains private and secure. SSL encryption prevents hackers from stealing private information such as card numbers, names, addresses and any confidential informations you fill on the webpage.