Lesson 1 of 15 · How scammers influence you

Scammers often attack people, not computers.

A scam does not need complicated computer hacking.

Sometimes a criminal simply persuades someone to do something they would not normally do.

This is called social engineering.

Scammers may try to make you feel:

  • Afraid
  • Rushed
  • Helpful
  • Curious
  • Excited
  • Trusting