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ChatGPT – Now the Fake Sites Have Started

JeannineC

Published on May 8, 2023

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ChatGPT – Now the Fake Sites Have Started

You knew it would happen. Hackers have created hundreds of fake ChatGPT apps & URLs which in fact are information-stealing malware on your devices. These fraudsters are even available in the Google Play Store!

These fake apps will steal your passwords, use your financial information to sign you up to paid services, and commit other devious activities.

You can protect yourself by:

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  • Being wary of unfamiliar profiles asking for personal information. Remember the adage – if it seems to good to be true, it probably isn’t.
  • Don’t download files from unknown websites. Remember just because something is in the Google Play Store doesn’t mean it’s legit.
  • Install Antivirus protection which can help keep malware off your device.
  • To use ChatGPT, only go to the OpenAI website and use it from there.

Kurt the Cyberguy has more suggestions on his site about how to protect yourself from this dilemma.

Just one more reason to beware ChatGPT!

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