Public Told to Keep 4 Personal Details Private
Meanwhile, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has cautioned Pakistanis against sharing personal information with strangers or unverified online sources, saying careless disclosure can lead to fraud, identity theft and financial losses.
Meanwhile, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has cautioned Pakistanis against sharing personal information with strangers or unverified online sources, saying careless disclosure can lead to fraud, identity theft and financial losses.
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- NCCIA to Stop Deporting Foreigners Caught Running Illegal Call Centers in Pakistan.
- In a public awareness advisory, the agency pressed citizens to keep their Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) numbers, bank details and account information private.
- NCCIA additionally cautioned individuals against sharing passwords and One-Time Passwords (OTPs) with anyone, including individuals claiming to represent banks or other organisations.
- Citizens have been advised not to enter personal details on suspicious links, unknown websites or unverified online platforms.
- The agency remarked residents should only share sensitive information when necessary and with trusted sources.
For context, the agency remarked residents should only share sensitive information when necessary and with trusted sources.
It additionally called on internet users to remain careful when responding to messages, calls and online requests from unknown individuals. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.
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Taken together, the developments around public Told to Keep 4 Personal Details Private point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.
