HACKING AND SCAMS

 1) Red Flags: How Some People Misuse Service Requests

Over time, I have noticed several warning signs when receiving service requests online:

a) Genuine enquiries from prospects are often followed by a connection request or a direct private message (PM). Requests without any follow-up interaction may warrant closer scrutiny.

b) Profiles with no photo, limited information, or incomplete details should be approached with caution. While not always fraudulent, such profiles can sometimes be associated with scams or fake accounts.

c) Some requests appear highly professional at first glance. However, upon closer reading, there may be tell-tale signs of AI-generated content, where the wording feels generic, overly polished, or lacks specific context relevant to the enquiry.

d) Some individuals attempt to impersonate professionals by using similar names, locations, credentials, or even creating near-identical duplicate profiles. In some cases, there are also fake company accounts created using the names or identities of legitimate organisations.

Another habit I recommend is regularly checking the "Who Viewed Your Profile" section. If the viewer is someone within your existing network or professional circle, the interaction is generally lower risk. However, if the profile belongs to someone entirely outside your network, take a few moments to review their profile carefully.

On several occasions, I have come across profiles with unusual characteristics, inconsistent information, or other indicators that raised concerns. When such red flags appear, I do not hesitate to block the profile as a precautionary measure.

As someone involved in cybersecurity and risk management, I have learned that vigilance is often the first line of defence. Trust is important, but verification is equally essential. 2) Possible Scam masquerading as TNG E-Wallet

If you receive a WhatsApp message claiming that TNG eWallet is giving away RM100 as an anniversary reward and asking users to click a link to claim it. Do not click on it

Please be cautious. The website link appears suspicious and does not look like an official TNG eWallet domain (6f6fv dot top). Hackers/scammers often use fake reward offers to collect personal information, passwords, banking details, or OTP codes.

Another concern is that some links may request permission, trigger automated sharing, or compromise your account. In some cases, simply clicking or interacting with the link can result in the same message being forwarded to your contacts, WhatsApp groups, or social media accounts without you immediately realizing it. You may not see it happening, but others may receive messages that appear to come from you.

Before clicking any link:

- Verify it through official channels.

- Check the website domain carefully.

- Never share your OTP, passwords, or banking details.

- If an offer sounds too good to be true, verify it first.

Please help protect your family, friends, and colleagues by verifying messages before forwarding them. Stay alert and stay safe online.