EPISODE · Apr 19, 2018 · 6 MIN
Tech Support Fraud: Don't Be a Victim!
from Healthy and Happy Senior Living · host Stephen Carter
Tech support fraud is exploding around the world. It affects thousands upon thousands of people who lose millions of dollars to criminals who push unnecessary software and services. Even worse, if a criminal gets access to your computer, special spy software can be added that exposes your financial information, your contacts, and other sensitive information.In this episode of the, "Safe Living Today Show", you'll hear from the show's host, the FBI, and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission who talk about exactly how these frauds work and what to do if you are a target.Resources:Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): https://www.ic3.gov/default.aspxFederal Trade Commission's Tech Support Scam resource page: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0346-tech-support-scams
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Tech support fraud is exploding around the world. It affects thousands upon thousands of people who lose millions of dollars to criminals who push unnecessary software and services. Even worse, if a criminal gets access to your computer, special spy software can be added that exposes your financial information, your contacts, and other sensitive information.In this episode of the, "Safe Living Today Show", you'll hear from the show's host, the FBI, and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission who talk about exactly how these frauds work and what to do if you are a target.Resources:Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): https://www.ic3.gov/default.aspxFederal Trade Commission's Tech Support Scam resource page: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0346-tech-support-scams
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