With the return of face-to-face events, many artists have resumed their concert schedule around the world, which has capitalized on the sale of tickets on digital platforms. However, before registering your card on a ticketing website, it is important to make sure that that page is official and not a fraudulent copyas criminals use this technique to collect sensitive data.
To avoid falling victim to this type of attack, the company has specialized in IT security solutions kaspersky offers some tips when you offer your details for this type of online purchase.
Since credit or debit cards are still the main means of payment in Brazil, they also end up being the main target of cybercrimes: a study by kaspersky points out that approx 20% of Brazilians have had their credit card used by a third party without their knowledge. Entering a website to make an online purchase, in the rush and impulse to buy a ticket, many people don’t pay attention before entering their credentials: is this site reliable?
As the demand for participation in these events is high, especially when it comes to artists of international significance on their first tour of the region – such as Taylor Swift che-, many victims are taken by the anxiety of the purchase, without caring about their data and where they can be registered.
It is common for website replicas to be created by cybercriminals, advertised on platforms such as Instagram, just to confuse shoppers into providing their personal details and credit card number. The goal of many scammers is to steal registered information to misuse it, for example, filtering them or selling them to other criminalsFurthermore use your credit card for fraudulent purchases, as well as other types of scams.
When tickets on the official website run out, another problem is the sale by money changers: Tickets with high prices are advertised by other websites or social networks, but you need to be even more careful when dealing with another stranger. In several cases, the person may even be a scammer and demand payment, but has no ticket or worse, will deliver a counterfeit that will not be accepted at the fair.
“The popularity of these events not only permeates users, but also cybercriminals who take advantage of fans’ euphoria to get their tickets to steal their banking information. That’s why protecting your data is a critical task. Simple steps, how not sharing their card numbers or security codes with third parties, as well as verifying the websites or applications where this information is entered, can help them avoid being victims of fraud and other losses”affirmations Fabio AssoliniDirector of Analysis and Research for the Latin America from the kaspersky.
Company experts share the following tips for keeping your cards safe Online shopping:
• Before registering your details and buying, be sure to log in to official websites.. You can identify them with certain security mechanisms: the site must not have spelling errors or low quality images – if you are still in doubt, enter the URL manually through the browser, this way you will land directly on the desired page.
• If you think an online ticket offer is too good, it probably isn’t.. If an offer is very attractive due to its low cost and easy accessibility, it could be a scam involving the theft of money and banking information.
• Avoid buying tickets third hand. In the eagerness to see your favorite artist, it turns out to be common for money changers to buy. Avoid this practice as it can also look like a scam, making you spend money without receiving the actual ticket.
• Ask your bank for help in providing security tools. For example, to send messages of any movement on your accounts to identify unknown transactions or activate digital cards that have a temporary PIN that changes with every purchase.
• Avoid leaving your bank cards registered on shopping websites or apps. Always enter your details at checkout, if you want to make the purchase easier, password managers can also securely store your card details, automatically entering them on the website. It is also highly recommended to use virtual cards when making a purchase.
• Do not share photos, QR codes or other details of your tickets. This poses a risk as others could steal your login information and invalidate your tickets.
• Get cyber security protectionwhich protects your personal data, online payments, unauthorized connections to other devices, which protect your identity.
Source: Terra
Earl Johnson is a music writer at Gossipify, known for his in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the industry. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music, he brings years of experience and passion to his writing. He covers the latest releases and trends, always on the lookout for the next big thing in music.
