Virus of cyber fraud rises with Covid

The ranks of cyber criminals will rise as many unemployed people with internet connections may be desperate enough to attempt cyber-crimes

Everyone is online now, courtesy global lockdown. Even for most basic of tasks and chore. From school kids to teenagers to professionals. Work and personal life is being shared constantly online with family, friends and colleagues. 

Time is ripe for cyber frauds to rise. Millions who are not adequately sensitive to cyber threats are vulnerable to fraud and phishing. Even experienced professionals working from home are at risk since connectivity at residences are vulnerable. Most companies have also pushed their internal functions and external services to cloud-based platforms. 

Organisations are rushing to cope and educate these millions who are somewhat naïve and