Cybersecurity expert offers tips on how to protect against ever-evolving Internet scams

Wolf said it's not a question of intelligence when someone falls for a scam - they're built on a combination of trust, duplicity and just how difficult it can be to keep a perfectly safe online presence. — Image by storyset on Freepik

Scams and cyberattacks are only getting more sophisticated and widespread, and almost anyone with a digital device and online accounts is at risk of being targeted.

Attempts to glean individual personal information can come in many forms - unsolicited emails or fake messages suggesting a security risk for an important online account. Websites or apps designed to look like banking platforms. Phone calls or texts from someone purporting to be in law enforcement, cybersecurity or even a family member. The risks are widespread, but there are some steps anyone with an online presence can take to make sure they are as protected as possible.