Stay Alert this Easter- CSA Warns

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has encouraged the public to exercise maximum caution this festive season as Christians mark Easter.

From its observation, malicious actors take advantage of the heightened commercial activity associated with festive seasons to perpetrate online scams.

Avenues for these acts were outlined to include online shopping scams where unsuspecting victims make payments to fake online shops offering heavily discounted products but never receive the items; Business Impersonation where malicious actors create fake business listings or profiles with their contact details on Stogie Maps, mimicking legitimate businesses or brands; and Phishing Scams where malicious actors send unsolicited emails or messages claiming to be from a romantic partner or a company offering deals associated with the festive season.

The Authority therefore recommended that Ghanaians:
•Be cautious of unsolicited messages offering exciting or “too good to be true” deals connected to the festive season.

* Use a reputable online marketplace or retailer when purchasing items or gifts. Consider reviews and customer feedback before making an online purchase.

* Search engines can be manipulated to show misleading results. Check on the official website or with reliable sources to validate the contact details of shops and institutions.

* Insist on payment only after delivery and inspection, and ensure that mobile money payments are made to wallets in the name of the online shop you are dealing with.

* Do not share personal information such as your Ghana card number, credit card information, or bank account details with anyone.

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