Harry Potter and the online bandits

Harry Potter star Emma Watson is the favourite celebrity bait for cyber criminals trying to lure internet users, according to a new survey.

Harry Potter and the online bandits

Harry Potter star Emma Watson is the favourite celebrity bait for cyber criminals trying to lure internet users, according to a new survey.

Security software firm McAfee she was the “most dangerous” celebrity to search for online because many sites use her name to trick users into downloading malicious software or to steal personal information.

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