With all eyes focused on how the world gets through the pandemic, coronavirus scams and criminal activity accelerate at a rapid pace. Whether it’s the sale of fake test kits, fraudulent remedies, or simple hand-sanitizer and toilet paper theft, every COVID-19 crime preys on two things…our anxiety and our desire to be informed.
The Most Lucrative Coronavirus Crime
Amidst it all, the most lucrative coronavirus criminal is the cyber scammer. Cybersecurity experts say hackers are using the public’s desire to be informed to infect computer systems with malware specifically designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access.
Per Jonathan Tock, Director of Security Operations at St Louis based SpearTip, “There were over 2000 domains registered (within the last two weeks) with the coronavirus somewhere in the name.” Many are produced by hackers who have recognized big opportunity in our fear and curiosity. Source: KMOX
The Fake Coronavirus Tracking Map
One trap is the fake coronavirus tracking map. People want to know how many people have the virus and where are they located. When you click on the site, hackers attempt a drive-by download, which is a fancy way of saying they move in to download malware onto your computer.
The Surge in Remote Working
With so many people working from home on company equipment, it’s especially important to be wise about the websites people visit and what is clicked on. No one wants to be the person who compromised company security.
In addition to educating proper cyber protocols, now is the time to make sure that cyber insurance in place.
Cyber Insurance now considered non-optional
Cyber security expert and Shark Tank shark, Robert Herjavec, reminds us that even the best cyber security protocol should be partnered with a comprehensive cyber insurance policy.
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May you and your team and your family stay healthy and safe!