Cybercriminals

While most of us are busy worrying about computer viruses and hackers stealing credit card details over the Internet, people are now finding out that cybercriminals are now picking up the phone, posing as computer security engineers and convincing computer users they have a virus on their computer and need to hand over their details.  The scammers tell their victims they are providing free security checks and add authenticity by claiming to represent legitimate companies. Once they have tricked their victims into believing they have a problem and that the caller can help, the scammers are believed to run through a range of deception techniques designed to steal money.