By Mark Melbourne
Dec 18, 2020
In the wake of the distribution of a new COVID-19 vaccine, scammers are looking to capitalize on consumers’ fears of the deadly virus.
Cybersecurity experts are tracking illicit attempts to actually sell the vaccine or to help people find out when they may be eligible to get it.
Agencies are warning consumers that individuals posing as health officials or doctors are sending texts, email, advertisements and other inducements to help steal identities, install a virus, and/or ultimately to make money.
Nick Hampson is the head of engineering for Checkpoint Software Technologies, which is tasked with making the internet more secure. He says “They are looking for you to answer an email.”
01:32 am
December 18, 2020
Evan Dumas, Regional Director, Southeast Asia, Check Point Software Technologies shares his insights on the opportunities and threats of IoT in healthcare, as well tips on preventing ransomware attacks.
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