"4 Bank-Draining Words to Never Click On, According to Cybersecurity Expert"
A cybersecurity expert from McAfee warns against downloading files from untrusted sources and clicking on pop-ups, as these actions can trigger automatic spyware downloads that can drain your bank account. The expert advises closing out of a browser entirely using the task manager or force quit option, regularly updating the operating system, and using the latest secure version of web browsers. AI is also posing a risk through personalized phishing scams, with scammers able to create highly personalized campaigns at a massive scale. Recent incidents include AI cloning voices of children for ransom calls. Families are advised to create verbal passwords to authenticate identity on the phone. Major brands and companies have also been targeted by ransomware attacks, causing significant disruptions and financial losses.
