The National Cybersecurity Center has emphasized the importance of taking preventive measures to protect against online fraud, particularly through social media applications such as WhatsApp.
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In a statement released Monday, the Center outlined key prevention tips, including avoiding suspicious links, not opening untrusted or unknown URLs, and always verifying the web address before clicking.
The Center also stressed the importance of enabling two-step verification for WhatsApp accounts to enhance security, and not sharing personal information such as passwords or banking details through messages.
It highlighted the need to report suspicious accounts, regularly update the application, and use privacy settings, such as controlling who can view your profile photo and status on WhatsApp.
As for awareness methods, the Center pointed out that public education campaigns across various media platforms—including TV, radio, and social media—are crucial to inform citizens about the dangers of cyber fraud. It also recommended organizing workshops and training sessions to teach individuals how to recognize and prevent fraud techniques across different institutions, in addition to publishing awareness content such as videos and infographics on social media platforms.
The Center urged citizens to report any cyber fraud or cybersecurity incidents to the relevant authorities. In the event of an incident affecting an organization, they should contact the National Cybersecurity Center, while individuals who fall victim to online fraud should reach out to the Cybercrime Unit at the Public Security Directorate.
The Center also emphasized the importance of consulting official awareness platforms, such as safeonline.jo, which is operated by the National Cybersecurity Center and offers informative content aimed at both individuals and institutions.
— (Petra)
