ARTICLE SUMMARY: The good news is that most people are honest, hardworking, and trustworthy. Even when given the chance to take something that belongs to someone else—without any risk of getting caught—they do the right thing. The sad news is that there is always someone out there looking to take what doesn’t belong to them, ready to seize any opportunity to rob you blind. That’s just the way life is.
As technology improves billions are spent on cyber security in an effort to keep the bad guys from taking what does not belong to them. The problem is as security gets better so do the crooks. It’s a never-ending battle that must leave those trying to prevent theft feeling like they are shoveling sand against the tide.
In Eric Moret’s “I Almost Lost My Apple Account” he describes how he nearly lost everything to scammers, along with the panic and trauma that set in once he realized what was happening. He talks about;
- How the Con Was Set Up
- The Hook and How They Got Him
- What Made This Attack Work
Today’s cyber thieves are smart and sophisticated, adept at exploiting human behavior and technological weaknesses to manipulate, deceive, and steal with alarming efficiency. Even the smartest, tech-savvy users are not immune and need to remain on guard.
Depending on the person it can be a little embarrassing when a pro gets taken in, but thanks to Eric Moret’s article we have a valuable heads-up on what to watch out for.
This article is a reminder that staying safe online isn’t about expertise or intelligence—it’s about awareness, and staying alert in a landscape that’s constantly changing.
This is a great article for anyone who sits at a computer, let us know what you think in the comments.
