Tech support scams have become top phishing threats, report says
The Hindu
Hackers are also targeting gift cards this festive season as they have lower security than credit cards and aren’t tied to a specific person’s name.
Tech support scams, that often arrive as pop-up notifications alerting users of a compromised network, has become a popular phishing method, according to security firm Norton LifeLock.
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The firm said it blocked more than 12.3 million tech support URLs for 13 consecutive weeks between July and September this year.

The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.












