KHALEEJ TIMES, Sunday, Jan 09, 2022 | Jamada Al-Aakhirah 6, 1443
Police reveal 4 ways residents can protect themselves from online scams
Emirates: Security agencies in the UAE have intensified their efforts to
warn residents against cybercrime.
Over the past two years, authorities said online scam cases had declined,
but criminals have stepped up efforts to swindle money and con residents into
disclosing their details.
Phone scams are among the most serious threats facing customers, as fraudsters
impersonate bank employees to obtain personal information and steal their money.
Dubai Police has posted a Twitter thread under the hashtag
#Your_Security_Our_Happiness to protect citizens and expats falling for
scammer’s tricks.
The authorities have shared four vital tips on how to protect oneself from
falling victim to online scams.
1. Do not disclose your personal information:
Be careful when receiving suspicious calls or messages asking for personal
information.
Government officials, including Dubai Police, will not ask for any personal
details.
2. Do not disclose you bank information:
Do not give away personal information, especially bank details, OTP or CVV
codes, expiry dates, etc.
Residents have been asked not to click on unknown links.
3. Do not accept attractive offers:
Be careful of offers that sound too good to be true. Criminals can fake
identities and trick you into believing you have won something or got a good
deal.
4. Report e-crime:
If your information has been stolen, report it immediately to Dubai Police
through its app, eCrime.ae, nearest SPS or call 901.