Two recent incidents show how cybercriminals are quickly changing their tactics to fool even alert and well-informed people. From fake advertisements on social media to malicious files disguised as documents, and even Ponzi-style investment schemes misusing the Union finance minister’s name and photo—fraudsters are deploying increasingly sophisticated traps to steal money and personal data. Case 1: Fake credit card offer & a malicious 'document' file Prasad (name changed), a senior marketing executive and frequent flyer, was looking for a new credit card that offered airport lounge access. While browsing Facebook at an airport, he came across a post claiming to be from a private bank and offering the exact card he needed. Assuming it was authentic, he responded. The following

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