Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

SIM Swap Scams: How SIM Swapping Works and How To Protect Yourself IdentityIQ According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, SIM swap scams are on the rise. If you’re unfamiliar with this scam, it takes advantage of people’s lack of knowledge of how SIM cards work and puts their information at risk.

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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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Identity IQ

MAY 16, 2023

The Growing Threat of Google Voice Scams IdentityIQ Imagine this: You’re eagerly selling an antique dresser on Facebook Marketplace and a prospective buyer communicates interest in it. However, they express concern that you may be trying to scam them. What is a Google Voice Scam? What is Google Voice? phone number.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Users of social media and Facebook in particular tend to forget how many people can see the “public” part of their profile and posts. Other password shenanigans. Another privacy related concern we often get asked about are the sextortion emails that try to intimidate the recipient by telling them the attacker has their password.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 1, 2018

Reddit.com today disclosed that a data breach exposed some internal data, as well as email addresses and passwords for some Reddit users. Reddit said the exposed data included internal source code as well as email addresses and obfuscated passwords for all Reddit users who registered accounts on the site prior to May 2007.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 27, 2021

Are you doing enough to prevent scammers from hijacking your social media accounts? The post Cryptocurrency scam attack on Twitter reminds users to check their app connections appeared first on The State of Security.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 27, 2023

This report explores key findings based on IdentityIQ member-reported data and found significant jumps in two major types of scams: peer-to-peer payment apps utilizing platforms such as Cash App, Zelle and Venmo, surging more than 58%, and scams stemming from the theft of personal documents, increasing by 44%.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

With children now back at school, it’s time to think about social media, and their use of it. Now is the time to consider giving your kids some security and privacy tips for all their social media needs. Tales of empty houses being broadcast to the world at large on social media may not end well. The value of anonymity.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. The age of digitization has transformed social media platforms into essential tools for personal and professional communication. Why should I secure my social media accounts?” What are some strategies for securing my accounts?”

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. The age of digitization has transformed social media platforms into essential tools for personal and professional communication. Why should I secure my social media accounts?” What are some strategies for securing my accounts?”

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

” Based on a preliminary probe, X confirmed that the SEC account had been compromised and it found that it was not due to a breach of the social media platform’s systems. With this control they can intercept messages, two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, and eventually reset passwords of the account the number has control over.

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BH Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2023

When we think about social media, we think about the nice side of it: staying in touch with friends and family, getting updates about our interests – but the more active we are on it, the more risk we’re exposed to. Having policies and procedures to secure social media accounts and minimise the potential for incidents can help.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 1, 2023

The Rise of AI Social Engineering Scams IdentityIQ In today’s digital age, social engineering scams have become an increasingly prevalent threat. In fact, last year, scams accounted for 80% of reported identity compromises to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC). This was a 3% increase compared to the previous year.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Media coverage understandably focused on GoDaddy’s admission that it suffered three different cyberattacks over as many years at the hands of the same hacking group. But it’s worth revisiting how this group typically got in to targeted companies: By calling employees and tricking them into navigating to a phishing website.

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Security Through Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s digitally driven world, impersonation scams have become a growing concern, leaving countless individuals and organizations vulnerable to financial loss, identity theft, and reputational damage. Impersonation scams are deceptive tactics used by cybercriminals to pose as trusted entities or individuals to exploit victims.

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Adam Levin

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Some of the information out there was granular enough to allow a variety of scams, but the most serious is SIM-card swapping scams, where a criminal, armed with enough information about you, and most crucially your phone number, arranges to have your number moved to a phone in the criminal’s possession. . Introducing the legacy fail.

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The State of Security

MAY 27, 2021

Are you doing enough to prevent scammers from hijacking your social media accounts? Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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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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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Employees and executives are often oversharing personal details on social media and even in automated out-of-office (OOO) email messages. Of course, OOO instructions serve an important business communications function, and a strong strong social media profile is a great way to network with your peers and brand yourself. Social media.

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

Passwords are your first line of defense for protecting your digital identity. As important as they are, however, about 52 percent of people still use the same passwords across multiple accounts and 24 percent use a variation of common passwords that are easy to hack. Hackers employ different strategies to steal your passwords.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

5 Latest Amazon Scams and Tips to Avoid Them IdentityIQ Ah, Amazon. Today, we’re peeling back the curtain on the most cunning Amazon scams out there, and more importantly, giving you the tips you need to help avoid falling into their traps. What are Amazon Scams? It’s all fantastic, right? ” Beware!

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Cyber threats have evolved from poorly-written scam emails to state-sponsored attacks, ransomware onslaughts, and deepfake technologies. Implement Passwordless Strong Authentication Strong authentication is crucial in enhancing cybersecurity.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 30, 2021

The popularity of the social media platform has also ensnared many businesses and individuals who find success in parading out various products, outfits and locations. With over 1 billion active users every month, Instagram is brimming with fraudsters and cybercriminals who prey on naive internet users through various scams.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 4, 2023

1. Use Strong Passwords: Strong passwords are the first line of defense against hackers. Avoid using easy-to-guess passwords like “123456” or “password.” Also, use different passwords for different online accounts. 2. Also, use different passwords for different online accounts.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 27, 2023

On July 16, 2020 — the day after some of Twitter’s most recognizable and popular users had their accounts hacked and used to tweet out a bitcoin scam — KrebsOnSecurity observed that several social media accounts tied to O’Connor appeared to have inside knowledge of the intrusion.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 20, 2021

There’s been a number of scams targeting fans of major upcoming video game releases over the last week or two. Early access, where players are granted first look at a title by paying or for free, is where our latest scam lies. If you are unsure of the authenticity of correspondence from Capcom, please contact us directly to verify.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

The attacks were facilitated by scams targeting employees at GoDaddy , the world’s largest domain name registrar, KrebsOnSecurity has learned. In March, a voice phishing scam targeting GoDaddy support employees allowed attackers to assume control over at least a half-dozen domain names, including transaction brokering site escrow.com.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Internet users can be targeted for identity theft , financial fraud and other scams. Online scams. The internet is full of online scams including payment app scams, ticketing scams, extortion, fake charities and online marketplace schemes. What are the Dangers of the Internet?

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 26, 2024

Set up two-factor authentication Do this for as many of your online accounts as you can, especially the major ones like your email and social media accounts. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra step of protection and makes it much harder for attackers to login as you.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Once they’re in, they can grab your emails, usernames, passwords, and more. They might even lock you out of your own accounts by resetting your passwords. Avoid entering any data if you see a warning message about a site’s authenticity. Shoulder-Surfing Sometimes, the simplest scams are the most effective.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

The missives asked users to click a link and log in at a phishing page that mimicked their employer’s Okta authentication page. Those who submitted credentials were then prompted to provide the one-time password needed for multi-factor authentication. A booking photo of Noah Michael Urban released by the Volusia County Sheriff.

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SC Magazine

MAY 12, 2021

Joseph Carson, chief security scientist and Advisory CISO at ThycoticCentrify, said employees continue to fall for these scams because the notices are so authentic looking and it’s difficult to tell the difference from the real app. Carson said companies need better cyber hygiene via educating employees on ways to detect these scams.

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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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Identity IQ

JANUARY 30, 2024

For example, last year over 69 million players of Neopets, an online virtual pet game, had their customer data exposed — including usernames, emails, passwords, and personally identifiable information (PII) such as birth date, gender, zip code, and country of residence. But some gamers may bully, abuse, or try to scam other players.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

How Does a Phone Cloning Scam Work? Some people like to post their information on social media and pin drop or link their current location with pictures and addresses. Protect Your Accounts Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for your cell phone. Change your passwords on the apps on your phone every couple of months.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 9, 2022

Sadly, there are many ways scammers and hackers can source their victims’ email addresses, including buying them from data providers or the dark web , email harvesting, social engineering, fake websites or social media. If you suspect the email is suspicious, contact them via social media or phone and confirm if they sent the message to you.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Privacy In the last year, the UK’s Online Safety Act attempted to challenge the status quo for social media and messaging companies. Passwords Google and Microsoft made good on their promise to back passkeys , an encryption-based alternative to passwords that can’t be stolen, guessed, cracked, or phished.

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