It’s no secret that the internet can be a very dark and dangerous place. Sadly, when it comes to money there is no end to the number of scams trying to unfairly part you from your hard-earned cash.
Including common cyber threats such as phishing, fake coupons, dubious bonuses, and formjacking, there’s no limit on how easy it is for people to lose money simply by browsing the internet.
With this in mind, let’s take a look at the most common ways people are defrauded through fake offers and bonuses and how to avoid them.
Fake shopping sites and formjacking
With the promise of heavy discounts on top brands, fake shopping sites lure people in with the hope of saving big. While getting 75% off on Raybans, Louis Vuitton, and GUCCI is often too good to be true, the reason behind this is that there is almost always a scam at work.
Such scams usually appear when a legitimate site is hacked by cybercriminals, who then place significant discounts on popular products such as sunglasses and handbags. From there, they steal credit card information by redirecting people to new URLs in the payment process.
How to avoid formjacking
These URLs often contain spelling mistakes, so always check a URL while entering your payment details — they are usually very close to the original URL they imitate.
If you think you have been formjacked, immediately contact your bank and cancel the appropriate payment card. From there, you should monitor your statements for unauthorized…
