Social engineering scams are more ubiquitous and sophisticated than ever. They can steal, destroy or hold your files hostage, install malware on your computer, steal your identity and other personal information. CSO has selected a somewhat arbitrary Top Five that represent the most common social engineering threats that target individuals and organizations. The best way to avoid such scams is to, beware of the free download offer. If a site wants personal information like your email address or credit card before letting you see an exclusive story, run for the hills.”]
Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/2359981/be-sociable-this-summer-but-don-t-get-scammed.html