Cybercriminals use simple trick to obtain personal data

People reveal more personal information when you ask them the same questions a second time – according to new research from the University of East Anglia. A new study reveals how simple repetition can make people over-disclose, and potentially put themselves at risk of identity theft and cybercrime. The research team say that understanding why people disclose personal data could help inform measures to address the problem. People over-disclose personal data From subscribing to online … More

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