DSA launches platform for detecting potential phishing websites

Date:

Cyprus’ Digital Security Authority (DSA) on Wednesday said it has developed “an innovative platform” for detecting potential phishing websites with the aim of protecting citizens and internet users.

“The tool, called ‘Check My Link’, allows users to check whether a website is safe or if it could be a scam,” the Office of the Communications Commissioner said in a statement.

It adds that by entering the URL, users can report malicious pages to the Digital Security Authority by clicking on the “Report Malicious URL” button, “protecting themselves and other users from potential scams and financial losses”.

“This action strengthens cybersecurity efforts, making the internet safer for everyone it said.

The link to the platform is https://getsafeonline.dsa.ee.cy/

Also read: GC and TC parties discuss security and energy at Ledra Palace

Source: CNA/EPH/EAN/AGK/2024

Share post:

Popular

More like this
Related

ON THIS DAY: Winnie-the-Pooh marks 100 years of magic (1926)

One hundred years ago today, on 14 October 1926,...

Cyprus Skint: Because Staying Home Is Not An Option

A new events newsletter is helping Cyprus find things...

Turkish Cypriot “court” delivers first conviction for homophobic hate crime

A Turkish Cypriot court has issued what reports describe...

Residence permit renewals move online from January

Residence permit renewals in Cyprus will have to be...