Hence we should take precaution to prepare ourselves not to fall victims to cyber crimes.
- Use a secure browser: update your browser to the latest version.
- Make sure your password is reliable/ secure. Click here to check how reliable your password is. 。
- Do not reply to links from unknown emails.
- Do not click on the links from unknown SMS.
- Do not click on pop up advertisements on websites.
- Key in your online banking URL correctly. Do not access your online finance website through advertisements / third party website.
- Do not provide/ share your TAC or PIN number to others.
- Download, install, update your antivirus software / apps on your computer, smartphone, tablet.
- Perform a virus scan before downloading / saving files from the internet.
- If you have doubts, upload and scan the file here. You could have the website URL scanned as well.
- Keep yourself updated by all cyber security related news. Click here for Malaysia Cyber Security News
- Turn off your phone GPS if you don't need it.
- Protect your privacy in photos / videos taken.
- Be aware of who your family members are interacting online.