Diwali 2024: Diwali preparations are going on in full swing across the country. People are busy cleaning their houses and shopping for various things ranging from clothes to shoes. Online sales are also going on through sales on different e-commerce websites. In such a situation, the government has issued a warning that people need to be cautious of online shopping scams this Diwali. Cyber ​​fraudsters are trying to cheat people on Diwali. Let us understand what things you have to avoid so that you can celebrate Diwali happily. 

Phishing scam is being used the most

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) of the Government of India has issued an advisory saying that cyber fraudsters are using phishing scams the most. In this, they trap people through fake emails and messages and steal their login IDs and personal data. Apart from this, lottery scams and prize scams are also their weapons. Online dating profile scams have also increased a lot these days. 

Cert Inn warns to beware of these scams 

Cert In has issued a warning that you have to keep an eye on activities like Job Scam, Tech Support Scam, Investment Scam, Cash on Delivery Scam, Fake Charity Scam, Money Transfer Scam, Digital Arrest Scam, Phone Scam, Parcel Scam, Loan Scam and Card Scam so that you do not get caught in anyone's trap.

With these methods, you will be able to keep your hard earned money safe 

According to Cert In, do not engage in a call or video call with an unknown person. Do not transfer money to any unknown person. Keep in mind that no government agency does official work through WhatsApp or Skype. If you get stuck in such a situation, do not share your personal information under any circumstances. No government agency ever demands things like banking details and OTP. Never install any app or software sent by anyone and do not transfer money. Do not click on any link or attachment. Immediately inform the police about this.