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Protect yourself from these online scams in 2025

Last updated: July 18, 2025 12:20 am
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Online safety is a top priority for individuals in today’s digital world. With the constant threat of hacks, scams, and sophisticated AI attacks, it’s important to stay vigilant and protect yourself from potential threats. As we look ahead to 2025, what are the key areas to watch out for and how can you defend yourself against these evolving dangers?

Email, text, and messaging attacks continue to be a significant threat in 2025. Phishing and smishing attacks have increased dramatically, with the use of AI tools making these attacks harder to detect. According to the recent Gen Digital Q1 Threat Report, these attacks have quadrupled in the past quarter, highlighting the need for increased awareness and vigilance.

Social media platforms have also become a popular target for scammers. Malvertising, where malware is disguised as an advertisement, is a major threat on social media, accounting for 30% of all attacks. Phishing attacks are also prevalent, with scammers using fake messages to deceive users and steal their personal information.

A new emerging threat is “Scam Yourself” attacks, which involve social engineering tactics to trick users into installing malware on their own devices. These attacks often take the form of instructional videos hosted by AI-generated deepfake hosts, promoting fraudulent browser plug-ins or apps promising quick financial gains.

To protect yourself from these threats, there are some simple steps you can take:

1. Verify the authenticity of messages: If you receive a message claiming to be from your bank or another organization, do not click on any links. Instead, go directly to the official website or app to verify the information provided in the message.

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2. Take time to respond: Scammers often use urgency to pressure users into making hasty decisions. Take a moment to assess the situation and contact the organization directly to confirm the legitimacy of the message.

3. Use professional security software: With the increasing sophistication of online threats, professional security software can help protect you from potential risks. Avast Free Antivirus, for example, offers AI-powered tools like the Avast Assistant to verify the authenticity of online messages and Web Guard to detect malicious websites and downloads.

Avast Free Antivirus is lightweight, fast, and constantly evolving to combat new threats. It offers scam protection even on its free tier, making it an accessible option for users. For advanced features like firewall protection and webcam privacy, Avast Premium Security is available as a subscription starting at £39.99 for the first year.

In a world where online threats are constantly evolving, it’s important to have reliable protection. With Avast and its AI-powered tools, you can stay one step ahead of cybercriminals and safeguard your digital privacy.

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