Cyber Security Tips
- Tip 1: Update your browser to the latest version for Safe and Secure Online Transactions.
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Tip 2: In case of theft or loss of Credit Card, immediately block the card and inform the concerned authority.
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Tip 3: Ensure the visited website is secure (https) before sharing personal information.
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Tip 4: Never respond to emails requesting for your personal, account information on any pretext.
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Tip 5: Avoid filling forms received from Unknown Sources.
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Tip 6: Always scan email attachments before use.
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Tip 7: Never enter your personal information in a popup screen.
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Tip 8: Do not open, forward links, attachments of unsolicited emails
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Tip 9: Do not access sensitive information from an Unsecured Network.
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Tip 10: Be alert of any urgent requests for Personal Information.
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Tip 11: Be aware of fake Anti-Virus popup Alert Scams.
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Tip 12: using personal details such as name, birthplace, surname, and so on while creating a password.
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Tip 13: Clear browser history after using any public computer.
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Tip 14: Beware of popups luring you with gifts.
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Tip 15: Use trusted and authentic websites for downloading any software.
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Tip 16: For safer Internet Banking, use virtual keyboards.
- Tip: Avoid Saving Credit Card details while shopping Online.
- Tip: Do not trust all that you View Online.
- Tip: ऑनलाइन दिखने वाली हर चीज/बात पर विश्वास ना करें।
- Tip: Be cautious while sharing sensitive info on public hotspots & computers.
- Tip: सार्वजनिक हॉटस्पॉट और कंप्यूटरों पर संवेदनशील जानकारी साझा करते समय सतर्क रहें।
- Tip: Ensure to scan the downloaded files before use.
- Tip: डाउनलोड की गई फ़ाईलों को उपयोग करने से पहले स्कैन ज़रूर करें।
- Tip: Exercise parental controls to ensure online safety of children.
- Tip: बच्चों की ऑनलाइन सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करने के लिए ‘पैरेंटल कंट्रोल्स’ का प्रयोग करें।
- Tip: Always keep your antivirus updated.
- Tip: अपने एंटीवायरस को हमेशा अपडेटेड रखें।
- Tip: Always keep the computer firewall “ON”.
- Tip: कंप्यूटर फ़ायरवॉल को हमेशा “कार्यरत” रखें।
- Tip: Always use genuine/ licensed software.
- Tip: हमेशा असली/लाइसेंस वाले सॉफ्टवेयर उपयोग करें।
- Tip: Access to servers should be allowed via Multi-Factor Authentication.
- Tip: सर्वर तक पहुंच की अनुमति बहु-कारक प्रमाणीकरण के माध्यम से दी जानी चाहिए।
- Tip: Disable Remote Desktop Connection and network file sharing, when not in use.
- Tip: उपयोग में न होने पर रिमोट डेस्कटॉप कनेक्शन और नेटवर्क फ़ाइल साझाकरण को अक्षम करें।
- Tip: Never disclose your internet banking password, OTP, ATM PIN & CVV number to anyone, even if they claim to be from your bank.
- Tip: Avoid using third-party extensions, plugins or add-ons for your web browser as it may secretly track your activity and steal your personal details.
- Tip: Avoid using third-party extensions, plugins or add-ons for your web browser as it may secretly track your activity and steal your personal details.
- Tip: Always review transaction alerts received on your registered mobile number and ensure that your transaction is billed according to your purchase.
- Tip: Always ignore an advertisement if it claims that you can earn money on an investment with little or no risk. It could be a scam and you may end up losing money.
- Tip: Always use familiar websites for online shopping rather than shopping by searching products on search engines. Search results can be misleading and may lead to malicious websites.
- Tip: Always install authentic e-Wallet Apps directly from the app store on your smartphone. Do not follow links shared over email, SMS or social media to install e-Wallet Apps.
- Tip: Always delete the browsing data of your web browser after completing your online banking activity.
- Tip: Avoid checking ‘Remember me’ or ‘Keep me logged in’ options on websites, especially on public computers.
- Tip: Never disclose your Net Banking Password, OTP, ATM PIN, CVV Number, and Card Expiry date to anyone, even if they claim to be from your bank.
- Tip: Always use strong passwords and prefer separate ID/password combinations for different accounts to prevent anyone from guessing them.
- Tip: No bank or its employees will ever call or email you for net banking password, OTP, ATM PIN, and CVV, etc. Immediately report such cases to your bank.
- Tip: Always use virtual keyboards for logging into online banking services from a public computer or cyber cafe.
- Tip: Always remember to log off from your online banking portal/ website after completing the transaction with your credit/ debit card.
- Tip: Always delete the browsing data of your web browser (Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, etc.) after completing your online banking activity.
- Tip: Always be sure ‘https’ appears in the website’s address bar before making an online transaction. The ‘s’ stands for ‘secure’ and indicates that the communication with the webpage is encrypted.
- Tip: Login and view your bank account activity regularly to make sure that there are no unexpected transactions. Report any discrepancies in your account to your bank immediately.