Growing popularity of online shopping sites in cyberspace. With these advantages it offers, shopping via the internet is one of the exciting online activities. Do not need all the way out of the house, you can get items you want.
However, do not get complacent because there are dangers lurking the shopper relating to use of credit card used for payment of goods. Just a reminder, some time ago the security forces had apprehended Albert Gonzales and put him in jail for 20 years. He was convicted of theft and resale of more than 170 million credit card numbers. There is a possibility, such as credit card number thieves Gonzales is still a lot of milling about in cyberspace.
David Perry of Trend Micro’s Internet security company share 4 tips for Internet shoppers to fortify yourself from credit card fraud and identity theft.
1. Make sure the computer is not infected with malicious programs
One tactic that is often used cyber fraudsters is to install the ‘keylogger’ secretly on your computer. The goal is to record every keystroke on a computer, including recording scan your credit card number on the website. The solution, use anti-virus software to avoid malware.
2. Do not spit credit card numbers
Typing credit card numbers manually in e-commerce sites is dangerous. Better to use a third-party services like PayPal or Amazon that will keep your number and prevent the number is logged by a number of retailers that not everything can be trusted.
3. Use security software
Once again, activate a protective anti-virus software and malware on your computer. A study says, that 2 of 5 computers have no protection at all. However, do not install anti-virus programs from the company’s competitors on the same computer, because it will slow down your system.
4. Be careful when visiting the Site
Do not be easily tempted to click on links from sites that unknown email. If possible, would be better if you buy the product directly to the store / supplier. Or if you are in doubt with the website you visit, just contact the sales person and messages over the phone.
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