Prevention

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What You Should Know

You'll use this site to recognize, report and recover from cybercrime.

  • Protect Yourself

    Taking the right security measures and being alert and aware when connected are key ways to prevent cyber intrusions and online crimes.

  • Understand Common Crimes and Risks Online

    Business email compromise (BEC) scams exploit the fact that so many of us rely on email to conduct business—both personal and professional—and it’s one of the most financially damaging online crimes.

    Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information, like your Social Security number, and uses it to commit theft or fraud.

  • File a Report with the Encrypt Cyber Crime

    If you are the victim of online or internet-enabled crime, file a report with the Internet Encrypt Cyber Crime as soon as possible. Crime reports are used for investigative and intelligence purposes. Rapid reporting can also help support the recovery of lost funds.

Safety Tip

Each user of a connected device must be alert and on guard in order to prevent more sophisticated internet-enabled crimes and cyber attacks.

Update

Update hardware and software, and set up a reliable, powerful antivirus application.

Public Wi-Fi

Be careful when using public Wi-Fi, and avoid making any sensitive purchases.

Passphrase

For each online account, establish a secure and distinctive passphrase.

Monetary

Don't send payments to unknown organizations that are seeking monetary support.

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