Amid the current tough economic times, there is one thing growing. Unfortunately, it’s the unsavory practice of online scams. As per a yearly report by computer security co. Mcafee, cyber related fraud has risen sharply. They also note, that law enforcement is ill-equipped to deal with it.

One type of online fraud that is particularly on the rise is phony job advertisements that prey on stressed job seekers. Often times, phony jobs try to solicit the job-seeker into unknowingly performing illegal tasks such as money laundering

I myself have noticed an increase in both the phishing emails I receive as well as hacking attempts from infected web sites. All web users should be sure to use an updated anti-virus software and practice caution while online.