Have you ever wondered how someone outside can steal your account login details without having been in physical contact with you? Well, in this note we will tell you about a form of online robbery or computer scam which is more common than you might think, as it directly attacks users who use online banking. If you are one of them, you should pay attention to these elements of your bank’s web portal.
First you should know that if you get an email from a bank and it gives you a link to access your online banking, you should be suspicious from the start. Banks can send promotional messages, but they won’t ask you for personal information. If you enter this fraudulent link, you will be taken to a website that looks exactly like your bank’s, but when you enter your information, they will send it to a third party
To make sure you’re on your bank’s official page, check the URL in your browser’s address bar. Make sure the address is correct and does not contain any strange or missing characters. Also, most banks use the HTTPS protocol, which means your connection is encrypted and more secure.
The padlock symbol in the address bar indicates that the page has a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate, which guarantees that the information you exchange with the site is encrypted and protected. If you do not see the padlock, be wary of the page and do not enter your personal data.
By clicking on the padlock in the address bar, you will be able to access the site’s security certificate information. Make sure the certificate is issued by a recognized entity and is up to date. You can also verify that the bank name matches the certificate holder’s name.
Fake pages often have design and spelling errors, as they try to mimic the official page without being exact. If you notice anything strange or out of place, such as distorted logos or spelling mistakes, be careful and verify the authenticity of the site before entering your details.
A common practice of scammers is to send emails that appear to come from the bank, but actually contain links to fake pages. Avoid clicking on links in emails and go directly to your bank’s official website by typing the URL in the address bar