As scammers become more and more adept at manipulating potential victims how can we protect our hard-earned assets?

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is warning people to be aware of scams that are becoming more sophisticated with their methods.

Young man hands holding credit card and using phone. Don't be too quick to give your details to a scammer. Source: Getty Images

Although people aged 65 are still the most often targeted group for scamming there's evidence of increased vulnerability across a broader range of Australians including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.   What really are the dangers of opening that link from an unknown source?

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