Online Fraud Rises In 3 New Autonomous Regions Of Papua, Kapolda: Don't Click Immediately

Cybercriminal illustration with the most reports from the public regarding online fraud and defamation. (Between)

JAKARTA - The Papuan Police asked the public to be aware of the rise of online or online fraud in three New Autonomy Regions (DOB) in Papua.

"We ask the public to take steps that need to be taken to avoid the trap of online fraud perpetrators," said Head of Public Relations of the Papua Police, Kombes Pol. Ignatius Benny Ady Prabowo in Jayapura, Monday, confiscated by Antara.

According to Beny, his party also asked the public to re-check the information or offers received.

"We also ask the public not to directly click on files or links sent via suspicious messages or emails," he said.

He explained, because the development of fraud techniques such as phishing and malware requires extra vigilance to avoid them.

"Regard the message from the perpetrator and do not share your personal data. If you receive messages or calls from suspicious or unknown parties asking for personal information or sensitive data, immediately ignore them and do not share your personal data. Always maintaining the confidentiality of personal information is the most important step to avoid online fraud," he said.

He added, if online fraud occurs, immediately report it to parties related to the transaction.

"We also urge the public to always share this information with family and friends so that more and more people avoid victims of online fraud," he said.