Cybercrime and Online Safety

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Definition of Cybercrime

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Any criminal activity that involves a computer, networked device, or a network.

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Definition of Phishing

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When cybercriminals use fake emails, social media posts, or DMs to lure you to click on a bad link or download a malicious file.

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Definition of Scam

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A hoax dressed up to look like a real business plan, worthwhile invention, or investment idea; almost always designed to make money for their creators.

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Definition of Scheme

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An elaborate plan or a trick to do something, especially something dishonest or illegal.

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Value of Personal Data

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Your personal data is valuable, you should treat it like cash.

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Sign of Phishing Email: Phone Number

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Unknown phone number (text)

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Sign of Phishing Email: Greeting

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Generic greeting

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Sign of Phishing Email: Verification

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Need to Verify account information

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Spelling Errors

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A common feature of phishing emails.

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Link directly in the message

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A tactic used in phishing emails to direct users to fake websites.