Scams have become an unfortunate reality of our digital age, preying on unsuspecting individuals and organizations around the world. From phishing emails and fake websites to fraudulent investment schemes, romance scams, and more. The tactics employed by scammers continue to evolve, making it increasingly challenging to identify and avoid them.

Lately, UAE residents fell prey to a scam going around on Instagram.

These scams present themselves as people UAE residents already know and are asking them to vote in a competition

The scammers send a message on Instagram pretending to be someone the UAE resident already knows. They play their part as a colleague, friend, acquaintance, etc. and ask their target to vote for them in a competition. The competition they send is titled “Arab ‘N’ Famous.” However, when their target presses the link and puts in the respective details, they find themselves locked out of their own Instagram account.

Hence, the scams continues as the scammers take the newly hacked account and continue this ploy to the new account’s followers.

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Ioana Runceanu shared this story via Instagram to raise awareness when 3 of her friends fell prey to the scams

In this digital day and age, you must remain vigilant!

It is important to be skeptical and exercise caution when you encounter suspicious offers or requests. Always verify the legitimacy of websites, emails, or phone calls by independently researching the information provided. Additionally, never share personal or financial details with unknown or untrusted sources. You must regularly update security software and passwords to protect yourself against potential breaches. Lastly, stay informed about the latest scams and educate yourself on common tactics used by scammers to stay one step ahead.

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