Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

Matthew Weiss, former football coach for the University of Michigan and the Baltimore Ravens, for almost 10 years accessed the social media and other online accounts of thousands of student athletes and downloaded personal information and intimate images, said prosecutors who indicted for illegal computer access and identity theft.

Accountability

Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The FBI official added: “People looking to further protect their mobile device communications would benefit from considering using a cellphone that automatically receives timely operating system updates, responsibly managed encryption and phishing resistant multi-factor authentication for email, social media, and collaboration tool accounts.”

Encryption

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Change passwords : After malware removal, update passwords for key accounts (email, banking, work, social media) and enable two-factor authentication. Use a password manager : Simplifies managing strong, unique passwords across accounts. Report stolen data : Notify relevant parties if sensitive details (e.g.,

Identity Theft

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram says its testing new ways to use facial recognition—both to combat scams and to help restore access to compromised accounts. The social media giant is testing the use of video selfies and facial recognition to help users get their hijacked accounts back. What do you think?

Accountability

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Unlike any other season in America, election season might bring the highest volume of advertisements sent directly to people’s homes, phones, and email accounts—and the accuracy and speed at which they come can feel invasive. The reasons could be obvious. of survey participants said they “have not received any election related ads” this year.

Scams

Malwarebytes

JULY 17, 2025

Your conversations could be tied to your social media account which might contain a lot of personal information. We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Never share personally identifiable information (PII).

Identity Theft

Malwarebytes

MARCH 3, 2025

Social media platforms use complex algorithms to decide which content will keep users engaged. ” Advice for parents For parents whose children spend a lot of time on social media platforms like TikTok, here are some useful guidelines: Establish rules and limits for social media use. Make use of built-in parental controls.

Identity Theft

Malwarebytes

MARCH 7, 2025

Reddit is a social media platform and online forum where users can share and discuss content across a wide range of topics. We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

Identity Theft

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Impacts vary depending on users’ browsers, cookies, and third-party account activity. The company pointed out that no Social Security numbers, financial accounts, or credit/debit card information were affected. added Atrium Health. Affected individuals were notified in September.

Data breaches

Malwarebytes

JULY 14, 2025

And it keeps on growing, until you want to cash in when you’ll find there’s extra fees to pay, problems with account verifications, and all sorts of delays. Besides the ads, websites, and platforms, the scammers use countless social media accounts to host and promote the sponsored ads. Double check anything you read.

Scams

Zero Day

JUNE 6, 2025

Collectively, they could easily put affected customers at risk for account takeovers and identity theft. million former account holders. This leak reportedly included full names, dates of birth email addresses, mailing addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, and AT&T account numbers.

Password Management

Malwarebytes

MAY 27, 2025

If a criminal can tie all these different types of stolen information to one person, like the operator of an infostealer would, it would be easy to use those details for identity theft. Here are some practical steps to protect yourself: Change your passwords regularly, and dont reuse them across multiple accounts.

Identity Theft

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Identity security vendors have focused narrowly on securing corporate accounts, leaving organizations vulnerable to cybercriminals exploiting the broader identity exposures of employees, consumers, and suppliers. Media contact: Emily Brown, REQ on behalf of SpyCloud, ebrown@req.co

Cybercrime

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The leaked data included: Full names Phone numbers Email addresses Home addresses Dates of birth Nationality and places of birth Social media links Employment history Educational background As you can imagine, these resumes represent a treasure trove for phishers and other cybercriminals. What do I need to do?

Identity Theft

Security Affairs

JUNE 6, 2025

” Maxim Rudometov has been closely involved with the RedLine infostealer operation, regularly managing its technical infrastructure and handling cryptocurrency accounts used to receive and launder payments. Use a password manager : Simplifies managing strong, unique passwords across accounts. ” continues the announcement.

Malware

Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Identity theft. Social media misuse. From purchasing a plane ticket to opening a bank account and registering to vote, or simply doing your grocery shopping online, getting through the day without sharing at least some personal information online seems nearly impossible. Cyber threats. Online profiling. Financial fraud.

Identity Theft

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 28, 2025

These red flags can lead to everything from identity theft to being misled into claiming tax credits for which theyre not entitled. These messages often contain links to fraudulent websites that mimic legitimate platforms, tricking individuals into entering sensitive information such as Social Security numbers and bank account details.

Scams

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2025

Organizations need to take a layered approach to close the gaps before attacks progress deeper into their environments, resulting in events like ransomware and account takeover. SpyClouds data from breaches, malware-infected devices, and successful phishes also powers many popular dark web monitoring and identity theft protection offerings.

Antivirus

Malwarebytes

APRIL 25, 2025

With social media being used for AI training , it is likely that these results will rapidly gain even more in accuracy. We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. With enough hints, AI can deduce your exact location.

Architecture

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 19, 2025

Holistic Identity: The New Cyber Battleground Organizations have traditionally focused on securing individual account credentials, but SpyClouds research indicates that cybercriminals have expanded their tactics beyond conventional account takeover. Media contact : Emily Brown, REQ on behalf of SpyCloud, ebrown@req.co

Cyber Risk

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Even McAfee’s most basic plan includes a VPN, identity monitoring, and text scam detection. I recommend McAfee if you’re looking for features like social media privacy, personal data monitoring, and scans of old internet accounts. McAfee Essential offers web browsing protection, VPN, and identity monitoring.

Antivirus

Webroot

APRIL 11, 2025

During tax season, a vast amount of valuable personal and financial data is shared online, making it prime time for cybercriminals to rob you of your confidential information, identity, and money. According to the IRS, almost 300,000 cases of identity theft were reported in 2024, leading to $5.5 billion in tax fraud.

Scams

SecureWorld News

JULY 29, 2025

Sarkar added, "The exposure of PII poses significant risks to affected individuals, including identity theft, financial fraud, and phishing attacks. Victims may face unauthorized access to financial accounts, credit card fraud, or even medical identity theft, given Allianz Life's role in life insurance and annuities.

Data breaches

Webroot

APRIL 22, 2025

Chances are youve received at least one of these letters, which means you have been put at risk for identity theft and major financial losses. Here are just some of the ways hackers exploit your stolen information: Identity theft : Hackers use your personal info to impersonate you. In 2024, more than 1.3

Data breaches

Malwarebytes

JUNE 10, 2025

The victims of those scams—be they people who accidentally clicked on a link, filled out their information on a malicious webpage, or simply believed the person on the other side of a social media account—also suffered serious harms to their finances, emotions, and reputations.

Scams

Zero Day

JUNE 22, 2025

Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next. In the headline for a  recent story published by Cybernews , the cybersecurity media outlet said that 16 billion passwords were exposed in a record-breaking data breach, opening access to Facebook, Google, Apple, and any other service imaginable.

Passwords

Security Through Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Social media provides us with a fast, efficient, and exciting way to share our interests and experiences with our friends, but who outside of our sphere REALLY needs to know all this information about us? The internet never forgetsold accounts, personal information, and forgotten posts can linger for years. Thats fine!

Accountability

Malwarebytes

JULY 25, 2025

Vidar is a Malware-as-a-Service information stealer which uses public networks such as social media, communication platforms—and Steam—as parts of its Command & Control infrastructure. Depending on what is stored on the infected device the consequences can range from financial damage to identity theft.

Malware

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

This does not mean Canadians will no longer have access to the popular social media platform. That law is currently being challenged in court by the popular social media platform. We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

Identity Theft

Hacker's King

JANUARY 2, 2025

This alarming situation can jeopardize your privacy, financial accounts, and even personal relationships. Email hacks are not just inconvenient; they can lead to identity theft and data breaches. Lets explore immediate actions and preventive measures to secure your digital identity.

Hacking

Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

No day goes by without risk of data breaches, identity theft, or financial losses to both people and businesses around the world. Phishing is now done through text messages (smishing), social media (social engineering), and even voice phone calls (vishing). Recently, phishing scams have expanded and come out of emails.

Cyber Attacks

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

McAfee benefits organizations wanting features like social media privacy, personal data monitoring, and scans of old internet accounts. Social Privacy Manager: It helps you quickly adjust your privacy settings on social media based on your frequency of use. Image: Microsoft McAfee offers a broader array of advanced features.

Antivirus

Zero Day

JUNE 20, 2025

Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next. In the headline for a  recent story published by Cybernews , the cybersecurity media outlet said that 16 billion passwords were exposed in a record-breaking data breach, opening access to Facebook, Google, Apple, and any other service imaginable.

Passwords

Webroot

APRIL 30, 2025

Credential stuffing: Once hackers have your login details, they often try whats called credential stuffing – using your stolen credentials (username and password combinations) to try and break into your other accounts. Because more than two in three people admit they reuse passwords across multiple accounts. Did you know?

Passwords

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

From curbing the spread of misinformation to implementing transparent algorithms, the DSA is taking critical steps to ensure that users will be held accountable for their online activities. By holding platforms to account and mandating guardrails, the DSA aims to make the internet a safer place.

Internet

Webroot

JUNE 17, 2025

Thieves often access loyalty accounts with credentials stolen in a data breach. Be sure to create strong passwords for your accounts and check your balances regularly. Poor Wi-Fi security at airports and hotels can allow hackers to swipe your credentials, lock you out of accounts, and even demand a ransom for your stolen data.

VPN

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Its automated identity threat protection solutions leverage advanced analytics to proactively prevent ransomware and account takeover, safeguard employee and consumer accounts, and accelerate cybercrime investigations. Media contact: Emily Brown, REQ on behalf of SpyCloud, ebrown@req.co

Risk