New scam activities targeting students increase worldwide: Report

As students worldwide prepare to return to their schools and colleges Kaspersky’s team of cybersecurity experts has uncovered a significant increase in fraudulent activities. The report notes that scammers are preying on the frenzy surrounding academic preparations and purchases and cybercriminals launch sophisticated phishing campaigns targeting students, educators, and administrators alike.

How scammers are trapping students

One of the scamming tactics employed by fraudsters is the creation of fake giveaways promising students a chance to win a laptop, the report notes. To be eligible for this prize, victims are instructed to provide personal information and indicate their preferred laptop model.