Hackers are now increasingly targeting government officials by exploiting people's tendency to click on suspicious links in emails, social media messages, and other communications.
When a person clicks on these malicious links, their computer or mobile device can be infected by hackers pretending to be important officials. This infection can lead to serious problems such as stealing personal information or using the device to send information, including access to the microphone.
The warning states that hackers use phone numbers and other information from previous hacks to send phishing emails, fake text messages, or WhatsApp messages. These messages are designed to trick people into sharing sensitive information or clicking on harmful links or attachments.
To protect yourself, always verify any link you receive in an email or message, no matter who it's from. Before opening any attachment, even if it looks trustworthy, scan them with antivirus software.
Civil servants must keep their operating systems and software up-to-date on all devices, including PCs, laptops, phones, and wearables. They should also use valid antivirus or anti-malware programs on all their devices and avoid using personal accounts on work devices.
Always use multi-factor authentication (MFA) and be cautious about sharing personal information or login details with anonymous users, websites, or applications.
Finally, avoid browsing HTTP websites and make sure you only open HTTPS websites to stay safe.
