Halloween is presented as a very important date, becoming one of the most popular traditions in Spain with the main objective of spending a night of fear. However, although this celebration can fill us with fun, it is also possible that we go through a real nightmare. Cybercriminals are still on the prowl and do not rest, so we share different tips that can save your reputation and protect all your data. This way you can save yourself a good scare.
Do you want Mike Myers not to appear transformed into a virus on Halloween? Surely you are already preparing to dress up as the worst serial killer or possibly you are selecting the most terrifying movies that will make you suffer during the most terrifying day of the year, but the truth is that, with the arrival of these dates, hackers take on more prominence than ever and it is necessary that caution be activated at all times to avoid greater evils.
This is not always the case, but your email address inbox or your mobile SMS messages can be flooded with spam that can sometimes be harmful to your privacy. In these cases, the only thing the criminals want is to obtain your personal data to enter your bank accounts and get a good loot. Therefore, if you do not want Halloween night to be a true horror, we advise you to put these series of instructions into practice and avoid any psychopath.
Do not access suspicious links
One of the first recommendations that you should remember is to avoid any links sent to you by email, SMS or WhatsApp. It is very likely that cyber attackers will try to convince you using social engineering techniques to click on a linked text that leads to a fraudulent website. In it, you will be asked to write down your credentials that will be directly sent to the computers of these subjects.
Likewise, it is not reliable for you to download applications shared on social networks or click on dubious pages, especially if they are from third-party sources from online stores that you do not know about.
Use your mobile data, not public WiFi
If you are going out on Halloween night, it is best not to connect to any WiFi connection outside your home with your mobile phone, unless it is in an emergency, as you will be subjecting your privacy to malware gateways. that infect your device and end up collecting all your information.
Therefore, you should only use your mobile data or, if you have run out, ask a trusted friend or family member to make the query online or establish a WiFi point to share data from their phone.
Keep your mobile updated
Bad guys are on the lookout to find security holes in operating systems and can ruthlessly access your confidential files. In order to avoid this type of situation, you must have installed the latest updates that are often released to reinforce the security of your devices, so it is always advisable to download the security patches required by manufacturers.
Otherwise, your mobile phone will be used as an intermediary to introduce threats and take control of it. By making this warning, you can stop worrying.
Report if you have been a victim of cybercrime
If by any chance you have noticed certain movements in your bank accounts on Halloween night, go immediately to the nearest police office to report the incident.
Don’t forget to collect all the evidence and captures that you saw while you fell into the trap. Any indication of a cyber threat is key to catching the network of offenders.
