Fake Virus Alerts, Phishing, and Online Scams: How to Protect Yourself From Today’s Most Common Digital Threats

A Message from Digital Expert

My name is Sohaib Ur Rehman, and I work with Siskiyou News in digital publishing and online media. Over the years, I have seen countless examples of misleading online advertisements, phishing attempts, fake virus warnings, and other internet scams designed to trick users into sharing personal information or downloading malicious software.

I am sharing this public awareness guide because many people, especially seniors and less experienced internet users, continue to encounter these…