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Account Takeover: What is it and How to Prevent It?

Identity IQ

Failing to update your browser leaves these vulnerabilities in place and puts your account security at risk. Malware is a crucial tool used to carry out account takeover attacks. Spyware can be loaded onto your machine to log all your keystrokes. Install Anti-Malware Software.

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Spam and phishing in 2024

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Additionally, these phishing forms requested answers to security questions commonly used for additional verification in banking transactions. This way, the cybercriminals gained full access to the victim’s account. Even the PIN code could be useful for the scammers in gaining access to the account.