Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Phishing Scams IdentityIQ The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and… a surge in online scams. Holiday phishing scams are an ongoing issue that ramps up when folks are feeling the most festive. About three-quarters of American consumers have encountered some form of holiday-related scam.

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SecureList

OCTOBER 4, 2024

We are quite sure that this campaign was a global one, but in this article, we’ll focus on an infection chain that, according to our telemetry, was targeting mainly Russian-speaking users. One of these vectors was abusing the open-source SIEM “Wazuh” agent.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

What Is a Fake Package Delivery Scam? With the increase in online shopping comes the increased risk of falling victim to scams. One growing threat during this time is the fake package delivery notification scam. What Is a Phishing Scam? Fake shipping delivery scams fall under the broader category of phishing scams.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

PC Matic and Norton are consumer and small business security providers, mainly offering basic device and web security like antivirus and antimalware. PC Matic : Better for ease of use and administration (starts at $50 annually for 5 devices) Norton Antivirus : Better overall for home security and small startups (starts at $49.99

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

Article by Beau Peters. Avoid Common Scams and Sketchy Characters Since you are likely a one-person company that doesn’t have an IT team to detect issues and solve problems, you will need to be extra cautious of the companies and clients with which you interact. Part of that is being aware of common scams that could spell big trouble.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

The common acronym in nearly all of Saim Raza’s domains over the years — “FUD” — stands for “ F ully U n- D etectable,” and it refers to cybercrime resources that will evade detection by security tools like antivirus software or anti-spam appliances.

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Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

In simpler terms, phishing scams, brute force attacks, and MFA bypass techniques. Recently, phishing scams have expanded and come out of emails. Stronger protection of systems can be achieved with the use of firewalls, antivirus programs, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 10, 2023

Our most popular topics were primarily concerned with identifying and preventing different types of identity theft and scams. Consumers also want to know how to help protect themselves from various scams. How to Not Get Scammed Buying Tickets. How To Avoid and Report Boss Scams. How to Protect Yourself from Rental Scams.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 30, 2022

Since the day we started receiving email, we have failed at protecting recipients from scams, phishes and other email messages that they don’t want. We hope that our antivirus or endpoint protection software alerts us to problems. To read this article in full, please click here In reality, it often does not.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After a disaster, stay alert for scams and fraud , consider placing a credit freeze, and monitor your credit regularly. Here are key examples of natural disasters in the past that scammers have used to perpetrate scams: Maui Wildfire Charity Scams : In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in Maui, scammers set up fake charities.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The Iranian hacker group TA453 has recently been using a technique that creates multiple personas to trick victims , deploying “social proof” to scam people into engaging in a thread. Other Iranian-based cyberattacks have included hackers targeting Albanian government systems and spear phishing scams.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! If you want to also receive for free the international press subscribe here.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Common Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them IdentityIQ The holiday season is a time for celebration, giving, and spending time with loved ones. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The Murky Ad-Tech World Powering Surveillance of US Military Personnel WIRED This is mostly a continuation of another WIRED article where they detailed how Ad-Tech got the personal information and location data of US military members stationed in Germany. Magecart Attackers Abuse.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

5 Tips to Help Avoid Charity Scams This Giving Tuesday IdentityIQ Giving Tuesday is a day to extend a helping hand, support charitable causes, and share kindness with those in need. However, despite the noble intention of Giving Tuesday, there is an alarming concern that continues to grow – the presence of Giving Tuesday scams.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This article reviews the advantages of IdentityIQ and presents some alternatives to canceling to help you make an informed decision. Is IdentityIQ a Scam? Is IdentityIQ a scam? VPN and Antivirus IdentityIQ gives you access to Bitdefender® Total Security VPN and antivirus software to enhance your online security.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 11, 2021

Outside of data breaches, criminals commonly use malware and phishing scams to steal your personal data. Installing well-regarded antivirus and antimalware software can protect you against these threats. When using a VPN, your IP address is disguised and your connection is secure against external attacks.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 9, 2023

The fake security update is using a newly identified loader that at the time of the campaign was oblivious to malware sandboxes and bypassed practically all antivirus engines. The service's built-in OSINT identified similar samples and linked them with security articles. build1_enc_s.exe).

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

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. Research by Verizon has shown that a third of all breaches in the past year involved phishing scams.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 8, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated Misspellings and poorly formatted text used to be the leading indicators of an email scam, but they’re getting more sophisticated.

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Spinone

JANUARY 9, 2019

In this article we will discuss how to avoid phishing attacks in G Suite and provide phishing prevention best practices on how companies can enhance G Suite security awareness and protection against phishing scams. What is phishing and what risks are presented by phishing scams? What are Phishing Scams?

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

With relatively little effort, criminals can infect numerous machines and demand ransoms of a few hundred to a few thousand dollars in Bitcoin for each infected machine, and it only takes a percentage of victims to pay for the scam to become profitable. Next, make sure all computers have up-to-date antivirus and malware scanners.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Businesses faced constant threats with phishing scams , malware , and other tactics. The methods used by cybercriminals in 2023 varied with cyberattacks, physical attacks, and system errors targeting everything from critical infrastructure to manufacturing to healthcare databases. But the numbers alone tell only part of the story.

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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. Apps in beta test mode can be involved with scams.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The extraordinarily high volume of threats is forcing vendors to include AI-based detection even in consumer antivirus products. GOIL alerted their customers to these sorts of scams in an August 2022 Facebook post. Want to Learn More About How Scammers Are Getting Ahold of Your Data? Check Out The Scammers’ Playbook.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Firewalls act as a barrier between your personal device and external threats, while antivirus software detects and removes malicious software before it can cause harm. Be Mindful of What You Click: Phishing scams often rely on people clicking on malicious links or attachments without verifying the source.

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Vipre

JANUARY 25, 2021

Thus, an antivirus is the most important security tool that everyone must have to protect themselves from viruses, malware, trojans, and similar cyber threats. Thus, an antivirus is the most important security tool that everyone must have to protect themselves from viruses, malware, trojans, and similar cyber threats. Ad Blockers.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 11, 2024

Investment fraud and other scams often rely on creating a sense of urgency to scare people into making hasty decisions. If an investment opportunity sounds too good to be true, exercise caution – it probably is. Stay vigilant against high-pressure tactics, especially those creating a fear of missing out.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This article explores why cybersecurity for small businesses matters, common challenges, effective strategies, and essential tools to help you strengthen your defenses. Without proper training, however, they may unknowingly expose the business to risks such as phishing scams or social engineering attacks.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus. Use Malware and Virus Protection Software Antivirus software protects your PC, phone, and other devices from viruses. Malware and ransomware.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Receive security software alerts: Inspect any antivirus or security software alerts regarding detected network threats or suspicious activities in your browser. Phishing scams and rogue websites can spread cookie-stealing software. Julien Maury contributed to this article. This could indicate unwanted interference.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

Defining and recognizing tech abuse Malicious online behaviors in the form of those motivated by financial gain, such as scams and fraud, have existed, and awareness around them has been raised for years. Install and use antivirus on your devices. Traditionally, these crimes are thought of as being committed by strangers online.

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Identity IQ

JULY 31, 2023

In this article, we help readers understand the proper security measures they should take and how to stay vigilant against the rising threat of financial account fraud. It is important to understand and stay up to date on current and all possible scams to reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 3, 2024

This article delves into the various biometric authentication methods, explaining how they work and how biometrics can help prevent identity theft. Passwords can be easily forgotten, guessed, or even stolen through phishing scams. Stay Informed: Stay updated on the latest identity theft scams and tactics. What are Biometrics?

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Or if you believe you are the victim of a Social Security scam, you can report it to the Social Security Administration. What are the Potential Consequences for Identity Thieves? Catching identity theft criminals can be difficult, especially in the case of phishing scams or data breaches, where you never met the perpetrators.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

This article explores: What Is Email Security Best Options to Secure Business Email Email Security Best Practices How Email Security Blocks Threats Bottom Line: Email Security What Is Email Security Email security is a concept that protects email accounts, servers, and communications from unauthorized access, data loss, or compromise.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

This article explores network security architecture components, goals, best practices, frameworks, implementation, and benefits as well as where you can learn more about network security architecture. For example, EDR might replace antivirus and SASE might replace non-integrated firewalls, CASB, and more.

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