How to file a complaint online for cyber fraud?
12.01.2024 - 12:51
/ tech.hindustantimes.com
This era is all about the digital era, and the internet accelerates a major chunk of important work online. This digitisation has made life easy and smooth. However, everything has two-fold effects. And the internet is no exception. While the positive effects of the internet have definitely increased the pace of work, it also has some negative aspects on people's lives, especially privacy. It can be seen in the form of cybercrimes.
The National Crime Records Bureau has shown a steep increase in cybercrime these days. This is why it is important to protect yourself against the adverse effects of cybercrime using cyber insurance.
However, one must understand that the NCRB report is simply based on the reported cases. But a lot of cases that involve small losses are not even reported. And many individuals aren't even aware of how to file a complaint against these cyber frauds.
So, in this article, you will get to know what these frauds are and how you can report an online case against fraudsters.
Cyber frauds, as the name says, are online and digital crimes in which a fraudster steals your money or some valuable data via the internet or a digital device like OTP on a mobile phone. These frauds can be done by individuals as well as large businesses, causing financial losses.
The fraudster can use different methods, like sending emails, SMS, calls, and more, to hack your valuable information. Hackers have also been sending harmful links a lot these days. These links are designed to hack your system, and thus, all your personal information, like bank details, credit card information, and much more, is transferred to the fraudsters.
These scams are considered severe online crimes, and it is suggested that you report them immediately. You can file a complaint at the police station or on online platforms. The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal is an online portal that helps cybercrime victims easily register their complaints.
Cybercrimes are on the rise these days because of increasing dependence on digital transactions and exchanges. As digital growth increases, the risks of cyberattacks also increase. Hackers are using new ways to sneak into your records. So, let's understand what should be alarming and what some of the common types of online fraud are.
Phishing is when a hacker sends you false texts or emails, pretending to be an authentic organisation. They use these fake texts and emails to crack your personal information, like your OTP or password.
Identity theft is another common form of cyber fraud where a scammer takes someone else's identity and uses their name to commit an online crime. They can use your name and address, to open fake accounts or even take loans.
As mentioned earlier, fraudsters are using