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What is Phishing? Cybercrime Explained

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Key Points

Never share OTPs or passwords
Check sender email carefully
Report to cyber crime portal
Banks never ask for passwords

Phishing is a cybercrime where fraudsters trick you into revealing passwords, OTPs, or bank details through fake emails or messages.

Phishing attacks often appear to come from legitimate sources like banks, government agencies, or companies. They create urgency - "Your account will be blocked!" - to make you act without thinking. Never share OTPs, passwords, or click suspicious links. Report phishing to cybercrime.gov.in.

Real-Life Examples

Fake email: "Your KYC is incomplete, click here"
SMS: "You won a lottery, share bank details"