Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Meta announced new measures to combat scams and improve account security on its platforms, Facebook and Instagram.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Valentine’s Day is a prime activity period for romance scams and fake accounts. The post Cupid or Cybercriminal: Arkose Labs Data Predicts 80% Rise in Romance Scams this Valentine’s Day appeared first on Security Boulevard. But for those who don’t already have a special someone in their […].

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

With this control they can intercept messages, two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, and eventually reset passwords of the account the number has control over. Although apparently the SEC did not have 2FA enabled for its X account! SMS-based 2FA is vulnerable to SIM swapping and if you can avoid it, we suggest you do.

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Posted by Daniel Margolis, Software Engineer, Google Account Security Team Every year, security technologies improve: browsers get better , encryption becomes ubiquitous on the Web , authentication becomes stronger. But phishing persistently remains a threat (as shown by a recent phishing attack on the U.S.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 28, 2020

But this also means when a Sendgrid customer account gets hacked and used to send malware or phishing scams, the threat is particularly acute because a large number of organizations allow email from Sendgrid’s systems to sail through their spam-filtering systems.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Your Gmail account stores valuable information such as emails, contacts, and documents. To safeguard your Gmail password, you need to adopt a few best practices that will enhance your accounts security and keep cyber threats at bay. A compromised password can lead to identity theft and data breaches.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Phishing Scams : Fake login pages or deceptive messages trick users into providing their credentials. This is one of the most prevalent methods of account compromise. Social Engineering : Attackers manipulate victims into sharing personal information, such as passwords or answers to security questions.

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Hacker Combat

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Google has reported that it disrupted the phishing attacks where threat actors had tried to hijack various YouTube accounts using cookie theft malware. The hijacker’s intent was to use those accounts to promote different crypto-currency scams. . Such accounts have a buying price ranging from $3 to $4,000. .

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

The emails in the campaign purported to be from Microsoft, and they claimed that the recipient needed to update their account security settings or activate two-factor authentication (2FA)/multi-factor authentication (MFA) within 72 hours. This phishing scam is a reminder of the dangers of QR codes.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2022

. “CertiK analysis reveals that this community manager, account –@BorisVagner (“BorisVagner | SBS” on Discord)– posted a message to BAYC’s Discord server with a phishing link that led to the fake site. This then granted the scam the appearance of authenticity and made it easier to dupe the NFT holders.”

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Use cases for the Darwinium platform include account security, scam detection, account takeover, fraudulent new accounts, synthetic identities, and bot intelligence.

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Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2021

Good news for the owners of Instagram accounts that may have been compromised, the company launched a new feature named ‘ Security Checkup ‘ feature that aims to keep accounts safe and help users to recover them. These messages are often scams and violate our policies. ” states the company.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 6, 2022

is this a new discord scam or something? Tips to keep your Discord account secure. Should you land on a regular phishing page and hand over login details, the attacker will still need your 2FA code to do anything with your account. A variant of a popular piece of social media fraud has made its way onto Discord servers.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2020

Below the recommendations provided by Google: “Admins can look at Google-recommended defenses on our advanced phishing and malware protection page, and may choose to enable the security sandbox. ” concludes Google. “Users should: . Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 2, 2020

Poloniex be careful with this Scam email we are getting in our emails #BTC #LTC #ETH #DASH #Crypto #Poloniex pic.twitter.com/untSVGfwAM — Charly (@charlysatoshi) December 30, 2019. Please reset your password for account security — Poloniex Customer Support (@PoloSupport) December 30, 2019. charlysatoshi.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 31, 2022

What waits for them is a screenshot of a faked Tweet from the official Final Fantasy 14 account. hey #ffxiv community new tell scam where they will send a png link where it has a QR code please dont scan it because it will give them access to your personal info and possibly hack your phone please stay safe! Avoiding the scam.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

A compromised business account, especially at a management or executive level, opens up a range of fraud opportunities for criminals. Once they have access to an account with sufficient authority, cybercriminals can use that trusted email address to scam other companies into making fraudulent payments or just distribute malware en mass.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2019

Security researchers at Check Point have discovered several flaws in the popular game Fortnite that could be exploited to takeover gamers’account. Security experts at Check Point discovered several issues in the popular online battle game Fortnite.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 12, 2022

Whether pre-armed with pilfered data or not, the scam involved altering the registered mails associated with accounts. On the other hand, keeping accounts locked down with tools like 2FA may contribute to them having to dream up scams like this in the first place.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Key Takeaways: Mobile banking is safer when you follow best practices to keep your financial accounts and mobile devices secure. Using built-in security features and common-sense tips to help avoid scams, you can increase the security of your bank account.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 2, 2025

Additionally, scan your device for malware and secure other accounts that use similar passwords. Role of Awareness and Education: The best practice to keep your account secure is by keeping yourself updated about the potential threats and scams in the current world.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. Take, for instance, Google's account security settings which allow you to download a list of backup codes intended for future use.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Keep your online accounts secure Respect your privacy Capture and share with care Take care of your data Take care of your device Be wary of certain sites and content online Be kind. Keep your online accounts secure. C O N T E N T S. 7 Internet safety tips. Be wary of certain sites and content online.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Hit Permanently deactivate my account and then tap OK. How do I make my Instagram account more secure? While many users are concerned about scams on Instagram , or the threat of having their accounts hacked—they also don’t want to delete or deactivate their accounts. Uninstall Instagram from your iPhone.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Receiving notifications or text messages for failed login attempts that you didn’t initiate could mean someone is trying to gain unauthorized access to your account. Unauthorized changes to account settings Another red flag that indicates account misuse is finding that your account settings have been changed without your knowledge.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Find unidentified devices in security logs: Look for new devices in your account’s security settings that you don’t recognize, which could indicate unauthorized access. Use Secure Cookie Flags Configure cookies using security options like Secure and HttpOnly.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials. Be vigilant about unsolicited messages, emails, or links that prompt you to log in to your social media accounts. Activate these notifications to stay informed about your account security.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

But with identity theft and other online scams rapidly becoming more prevalent, it’s essential not to leave your credit and identity vulnerable, even if you are determined to cancel IdentityIQ. Secure: The MyScoreIQ Secure plan offers essential credit and identity theft protection features at a budget-friendly price.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials. Be vigilant about unsolicited messages, emails, or links that prompt you to log in to your social media accounts. Activate these notifications to stay informed about your account security.

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Pen Test Partners

JANUARY 23, 2025

Attackers use phishing, malware, ransomware, and scams like BEC to gain access to systems and cause disruption. Phishing attack attackers will use scam emails, text messages or phone calls to trick their victims. Where possible, you should turn on MFA to make it harder for a criminal to login to your accounts.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 5, 2024

For example, financial institutions may use AI and machine learning to identify unusual transactions on a customer’s account. Businesses may also strengthen account security beyond user login credentials and two-factor authentication (2FA) by analyzing locations, devices, and user behavior whenever someone tries to access an account.

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

Generates Passwords A password manager enhances your account security by creating unique passwords. When you create a new account, the password manager prompts you to generate a new password instead of reusing your old one. Use two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2024

These scams can use highly sophisticated methods to impersonate legitimate people or organizations. But even if you fall prey to a phishing scam and turn over your login credentials, 2FA can help keep your accounts safe. The same concept applies to data breaches. You can use a password manager to make the process easier.

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

Here are some clear signs that are signaling that your G Suite email security is under a threat and there is a phishing scam in front of you : Odd email addresses in From and Reply to fields; an unusual mix of people you are in the copy with; Sense of urgency. There is a 90% probability it’s a phishing scam.

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