{
  "id": 14138645,
  "title": "Your phone is the new front door and criminals are already knocking",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/your-phone-is-the-new-front-door-and-criminals-are-already-knocking",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T06:17:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital Business",
    "slug": "capital-business",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/your-phone-is-the-new-front-door-and-criminals-are-already-knocking/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Your phone has become a potential entry point for criminals in today's digital age. Despite the perception that cybercrime is a problem faced by others, it is increasingly targeting individuals, including teachers, shop owners, and even grandmothers. In Kenya, the National Crime Research Centre's 2023 study revealed that 84.8% of respondents experienced some form of ICT crime in the past 24 months, with 67.5% considering the prevalence of these crimes to be high. Identity theft and impersonation were the most common types of attacks, followed by computer fraud and interception of electronic messages or money transfers. Financial losses were reported by 92.4% of victims, with additional consequences including psychological distress, loss of property, violation of privacy, and loss of jobs or reputation. The main perpetrators are young people, ICT experts, unethical workers within organizations, and inmates. The solutions lie in raising awareness about cybersecurity, using strong passwords, enabling two-step verification, and reporting suspicious activities. Cybersecurity is no longer just a technological issue but an economic and social one that requires everyone's attention and vigilance.",
  "summary": "By Gitau S. Regina NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 13 – You do not have to walk into a dark alley to become a victim of crime. Sometimes, all it takes is…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}