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Take the test: Can you outsmart the scammers?
Just like here in New Zealand, the UK is experiencing an online scam epidemic. But despite 9 in 10 people believing they can spot a fraudulent message in their inbox, only one in 10 scored full marks on this “spot the scam” test.
The quiz, developed by the UK government’s “Take Five” campaign to educate the public on the risks of cybercrime, presents you with eight emails and text messages. All you need to do is identify if it’s a scam or the real thing.
Give it a go for yourself.
In addition to the test, the Take Five campaign has also issued four tips to help you protect yourself online.
- Never give out your PIN – It’s a no-brainer for most, but it bears reminding. No bank will ever ask you for your pin or password.
- Protect your financial details – Only give them out to services you use, trust and expect to be contacted by.
- Don’t click – Avoid clicking on any links in an unexpected email or text.
- Keep personal information private – If you’re asked to provide personal information, don’t. Instead, contact the company directly using their official email address or phone number.
How did you do on the test? Share your results with us in the comments below!