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On a day-to-day basis, you may receive several scam and spam correspondences. This can be from emails that bypass your spam folder and can get directly in front of you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calls or texts from unknown numbers may take over your phone several times a day with an area code matching yours. You may even receive voicemails from a prerecorded message or a real person. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an increasingly digital world, scammers adapt their approach to exploit you or your company by constantly looking for weak points. Let\u2019s dive into how you can get rid of scammers once and for all.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>When Will a Scammer Leave You Alone?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A scammer may leave you alone after you stop responding to their messages, showing that you\u2019re no longer a profitable or reachable target. However, cybercriminals are unpredictable, so you should still take additional steps to protect yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>How to Deal With a Scammer Safely?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re receiving constant contact from scam attempts, do not engage with them. The best course of action is to not reply or answer a call or text from an unknown number. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may be urged to hold the line or egged into a response, but once a connection is made, the scam can begin – another reason it\u2019s critical to ignore the scammer from the start<\/a>. Following the steps above is a great way to deal with a scammer who has harassed you or potentially compromised your data. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For many, smartphones are now a stand-in for a computer, housing so much important information. Take the proper steps to <\/span>protect yourself from malware<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what about scammers who haven\u2019t made successful contact but won\u2019t leave you alone? In an instance of a scammer’s constant attempts, the best method is to ignore and block. If you receive calls or texts, you can easily block that number to avoid any correspondence. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many ways to <\/span>block unwanted calls<\/span><\/a>, whether you use a cell phone or a landline. Unsolicited emails can be marked to go straight to spam or straight to the trash can.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>What Are the Common Scammer Tactics?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Humans have a long history of sketchy behavior dating back as far as 300 BCE to the <\/span>first records of insurance fraud<\/span><\/a>. A scammer\u2019s true goal is to get money by means of deception, ransom, or theft. Before the internet, there were grey areas of door-to-door salespeople selling products that didn\u2019t work quite as well as they made it seem or street corner three card monty scams.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a digitally focused world and fewer people having cash on hand, scammers have gotten more creative and gone digital as well. Many scammer tactics use <\/span>spoofing<\/span><\/a>, a method of mimicking a telephone number, email address, or caller ID. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These spoofing methods try to add credibility to who they are to get their target to provide sensitive information. Spoofed numbers and email addresses can make it appear like a reputable company or government agency is contacting you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here are some of the most common scams in the age of the internet:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Phishing Scams<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Phishing scams<\/a> have become an increasingly dangerous issue, with more personalized phishing tactics resulting in <\/span>66% of all data breaches<\/span><\/a>. A phishing scam email<\/a> aims to trick the user into giving away sensitive information by pretending to be a credible person or institution.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But this tactic can go beyond emails and come in the form of calls or texts sent from a familiar number or seemingly familiar caller ID. Common scams are those of someone spoofing, such as pretending to be a coworker or bank, asking for a code they triggered, or for you to provide personal details.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Charitable Organization Scams<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Charity scams as a type of imposter scam where money is being collected for a legitimate cause. These scams are especially prevalent during unfortunate circumstances like natural disasters and times when aid is needed. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

More people are willing to contribute by giving money to a cause because they can easily provide money to an organization that can use those funds to make a difference.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Ransomware Scams<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Things being held for ransom is another old scam concept that has made its way to the internet era. A ransomware scam is where a scammer is able to block access to a person or company\u2019s important data, requesting money in exchange for the release of those files. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While this can be a simple roadblock to your data that leaves it untouched once the ransom is collected, scammers can leverage the reputational damage of a breach.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>What Can I Do if I\u2019ve Been Scammed?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No matter the scammer\u2019s methods, it\u2019s important to follow some basic steps. Once a scammer has successfully been in contact with a target, you\u2019ll want to:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Stop All Contact: <\/b>If a connection with a scammer has already begun, do not engage in other messages or calls. Take notes on the methods of contact and the number or address used for contact. It\u2019s a great idea to keep records, take screenshots, and block the contact.<\/span>

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  2. Contact Financial Institutions: <\/b>If information about a specific bank, card, or account was compromised, contact that institution. If you suspect there may have been a breach of your personal information, contact all three major credit bureaus so they can warn credit grantors that you may be a victim of identity theft.<\/span>

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  3. Change Passwords: <\/b>If a specific account was breached, you\u2019ll want to take the steps to reset your password. If that password is used for other accounts such as social media, credit card, banking, and email, you will want to change those accounts as well.<\/span>

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  4. Contact Authorities: <\/b>Contact local law enforcement<\/a> for issues of lost money and stolen property. The Federal Trade Commission can be used to report instances of fraud. <\/span>Identitytheft.gov<\/span><\/a> is a government site that can handle reports of fraudulent purchases and cases of identity theft.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    <\/span>Keep Your Data Secure With Digital Forensics<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Digital Forensics<\/span><\/a> is a leading expert in data recovery<\/a>, data acquisition, and cyber security services. We have performed digital forensics consulting for legal professionals, Fortune 500 companies, government entities, and private investigators. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We’re ready to help victims of online identity theft<\/a>, data breaches<\/a>, spyware<\/a>, and ransomware attacks<\/a> with our 24\/7 support. We investigate issues thoroughly, document the matter, and put steps in place to prevent further data breaches or incidences. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Let us help you take control of your security by preventing fraud from ever happening and identifying potential weak points.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sources:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Athens At Sea | Cambridge<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Spear Phishing on the Rise | University of Florida<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Caller ID Spoofing | FCC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How To Block Unwanted Calls | FTC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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