The Chatham-Kent police are again reminding citizens about an ongoing computer scam.
Generally, this scheme involves company representatives calling individuals and stating, for example, that it is Microsoft calling and that their computer is running slow or has viruses. They offer to repair the computer over the internet, which can involve the installation of software or the customers allowing the representatives remote access to their computer.
Allowing a third party to download software or remotely access a computer carries inherent risks. Malicious software could be installed to capture sensitive data such as online banking user names and passwords, bank account and identity information.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service reminds everyone to never give out personal or financial information to anyone over the phone, especially if you did not initiate the conversation.
For more information on Scam Types, please click http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/english/home.html