Most people should be becoming aware now that on such days as Valentines Day the scammers are out in force to relieve of people of both their money and data, so be warned and be on the lookout for e-mails etc. containing attachments or anything you are not expecting.
14th February 2016 By Michael Hill
It may be the most romantic day of the year, but that hasn’t lessened any of the security risks for online shoppers and dating app users, according to recent findings.
Firstly, NetNames, an specialist in online brand protection, has warned online perfume-buyers that well-known brands such as Ralph Lauren, Paco Robanne and Coco Chanel are being targeted by counterfeiters.
In the run up to Valentine’s Day, many people across the country would have been scouring the web looking for the best deals on their loved-ones’ favorite scent. However, NetNames has identified that large quantities of suspected fake, and possibly harmful, perfumes are available for purchase on sites such as eBay and Gumtree.
Gary McIlraith, CEO of NetNames, said:
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Not surprised...am getting innured re. the proposect that any and every 'nice' event or activity is now a target for those miscreants out there with nothing to do with their talents but prey on the unsuspecting and ordinary individuals out there...a sad, sad reflection on humanity these days. :(
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