More than 1.5 million redirects to counterfeit websites have been blocked in the Nizhny Novgorod region.

      March 29, 2026 11:59 Society In 2025, over 1.5 million blocked transitions to phishing sites were recorded in the Nizhny Novgorod region. This was reported by cybersecurity expert from Kaspersky Lab, Andrey Sidenko, in an interview with the "Living in Nizhny" portal. Phishing is one of the most common and dangerous threats to personal data on the internet. Malefactors create fake websites that look like official resources of banks, online stores, and other organizations. Phishing messages can arrive via email, messengers, and social networks, disguising themselves as notifications about orders, payment confirmations, and other important events. The expert emphasizes that to protect personal data on the internet, it is necessary to use complex and unique passwords, as well as two-factor authentication. He also recommends avoiding downloading files from unverified sources and clicking on suspicious links. It is important to regularly update the operating system and applications, as well as carefully check website addresses before entering personal information. The expert advises being cautious when connecting to open Wi-Fi networks. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has a Telegram channel. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+