Nowadays cases of cyber crime are increasing rapidly. Scammers are trying to cheat people in new ways. Earlier these scammers used to cheat by pretending to be banks, police, or government officials, but now they are trying to cheat people by using the name of the well-known telecom company Jio. It is very important to be careful. Let us know about this scam in detail.
Fake message exposed
Cyber security agency “Cyber Dost” has issued a warning about this new fraud on social media platform X (earlier Twitter).
- Fake messages are being sent in the name of Jio.
- These messages contain a link to download an APK file.
- Downloading this file can get your phone hacked.
- Your personal data and privacy may be at risk.
warning from cyber friend
Cyber friend said in his post:
“Attention! If you get a message to download a file named “Jio internet speed #5G network connection.apk”, do not open it. This dangerous file can hack your phone and steal your data.”
What to do for safety?
- Download apps only from official app stores.
- Avoid downloading suspicious files.
APK file threat
Malware is often hidden in APK files.
- This file gets downloaded silently on your phone.
- It does not look like an app, which makes it difficult to identify.
- Through this your personal data can be sent to scammers.
- Your phone can be completely hacked.
Jio misuse
Jio is one of the largest telecom companies in India.
- It has crores of users.
- It is extremely popular due to its fast internet service and better connectivity.
- Scammers are trying to mislead people by using its name.
How to avoid this fraud?
1. Do not click on unknown links:
- Avoid opening any suspicious links.
2. Use only official app stores:
- Download apps only from Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
3. Ignore suspicious messages:
- Do not respond to any fake message and report it immediately.
4. Install Antivirus Software:
- Install strong antivirus software on your phone and other devices.
5. Check the downloaded files:
- Before downloading any file, check its authenticity.
