‘This is not cyber crime – it’s WAR’ Expert warns hackers exploiting THIS common mistake
COMPUTER users are being warned to stop giving our their personal data on the internet after a massive evolution in cybercrime that is a tech “war”.
By ZOIE O’BRIEN
Express.co.uk
Sat, May 20, 2017
Experts are insisting anyone using the worldwide web, through any kind of device, must take immediate action to stop themselves becoming a victim.
Last week the WannaCry malware crippled the NHS computer systems, damaged mail delivery services and hacked into business around the world.
The damage done was immeasurable with patients’ scans not being accessed and surgeries being delayed.
The attackers targeted more than 374,000 systems – and demanded just $74,000 (£57,000) in total.
However, the threat of cybercrime no more than ever must be taken seriously.
Now, experts have revealed simple measures people can take to protect themselves from harm – starting with never giving away personal information online.
Everyday thousands of people freely tap in their address, their name, their occupation and other invaluable data – when companies offer deals on the internet.
But this is being used against people time and time again.
Raj Samani, Chief Scientist McAfee, warned people about their digital tattoo.
He said: “Trying to rid of it is expensive and painful – and it leaves a scar.
“What you need to think is if the worst was to happen and data was leaked are you going to be ok?
“My kids know they should lie when they are asked to give information.
“Us as consumers need to be aware.”
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