Heimadal Security

MARCH 31, 2023

Ukraine’s Cyberpolice Department announced an operation during which they busted a phishing gang. The police arrested two scammers and confiscated equipment used for phishing frauds. million appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. million appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 2, 2023

A phishing campaign poses as a Trezor data breach notification order to steal a target’s cryptocurrency wallet and assets. Because the wallet is not meant to be connected to your PC, it offers protection […] The post Stay Vigilant: Trezor Reports a Massive Crypto Wallet Phishing Scam appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

JUNE 30, 2021

The post Phishing Scam Alert: Domain Name Expiration Notices stealing data through phishing site appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. Have you received an email notification that your domain is about to expire? Most website owners have.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2022

Threat intelligence firm Resecurity details how crooks are delivering IRS tax scams and phishing attacks posing as government vendors. The identified phishing e-mail warned the victims about overdue payments to the IRS, which should then be paid via PayPal, the e-mail contained an HTML attachment imitating an electronic invoice.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 9, 2021

When it comes to email communications today, phishing and spam are both unwelcome nuisances in everyone's inbox. Even though the words “phishing” and “spam” are often used [.]. The post Phishing, Scam, & Marketing Emails: What’s the Difference? The post Phishing, Scam, & Marketing Emails: What’s the Difference?

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 17, 2023

You’ve probably never heard of “ 16Shop ,” but there’s a good chance someone using it has tried to phish you. A 16Shop phishing page spoofing Apple and targeting Japanese users. Image: Akamai.com. The INTERPOL statement says the platform sold hacking tools to compromise more than 70,000 users in 43 countries.

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Yesterday, Meta, formerly known as Facebook, confirmed that it had pressed charges against cybercriminals who targeted its users with phishing scams on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The phishing scams were meant […].

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Heimadal Security

APRIL 29, 2021

is warning Canadians to keep an eye out for SMS phishing scams offering to reimburse customers for the system outage earlier last week. The post Hackers Use SMS Phishing Scams to Trick Rogers Customers with Outage Refunds appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Rogers Communications Inc.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Cyber cops in Ukraine carried out an arrest and several raids last week in connection with the author of a U-Admin , a software package used to administer what’s being called “one of the world’s largest phishing services.” The U-Admin phishing panel interface. Image: fr3d.hk/blog. ” U-Admin, a.k.a.

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Security Through Education

MAY 21, 2024

Whether you’re planning a vacation, gearing up for outdoor activities, or simply enjoying some downtime, it’s crucial to remain vigilant against the wide array of scams that tend to surge during this time of the year. The sense of urgency created by limited time offers can lure unsuspecting victims into being scammed.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

As the COVID-19 vaccination drive kicks off in India, phishing scammers are looking to cash in on people’s. The post Scam Alert: Covid-19 Vaccine Phishing and Money Scam Hits India appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Sextortion is a scam via email or any other medium to blackmail the victim and. The post Sextortion Scam: Blackmail scam emails that demand Bitcoin appeared first on Quick Heal Blog | Latest computer security news, tips, and advice. What is Sextortion?

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Heimadal Security

APRIL 14, 2021

This is a good time of year to be reminded that you need to take special precautions to protect against the spreading depredations of W-2 phishing scams. This type of cyber-scam is considered a form of spear-phishing and is also known as business e-mail compromise (BEC) attack, and CEO spoofing.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Smart TV Scams: How to Avoid the Growing Threat IdentityIQ Smart TVs – such as Roku and Amazon Fire TV sticks with streaming services such as Netflix and YouTube TV – it seems like everyone has them these days. And in this case, it’s the possibility to be scammed right from your own couch. What are Smart TV Scams?

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Heimadal Security

JUNE 2, 2022

The post New RuneScape Phishing Scam Aimed at Stealing Accounts and In-game Item Bank PINs appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. However, in 2016, the Java-based client was mostly phased out in favor of a standalone C++ […].

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Security Through Education

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With this time of year coming around, however, we see an increasing amount of holiday related scams. Because of this, we want to review common end-of-year scams and how to guard against them. The FBI states that one of the most common scams is non-delivery crimes. You may even come across scams on social media !

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

It’s also a golden opportunity for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities through phishing scams, identity theft, and malicious software. The convergence of cracked software and tax season scams highlights a broader trend in cyber security threats.

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Heimadal Security

MAY 12, 2021

While there are still legitimate transactions and investment opportunities in this fintech niche, there are also a lot of shady deals covered up by the anonymity of cryptocurrency, or even downright scams. We have warned our readers about cyptocurrency scams before and […].

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 14, 2019

site that helps him manage more than 500 scam properties and interactions with up to 100 (soon-to-be-scammed) “guests” looking to book the fake listings. The Land Lordz administrative panel for a scammer who’s running dozens of Airbnb scams in the United Kingdom. The price is € 250 + €500 secure deposit.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

A highly efficient phishing kit spreads the most among users from the United States and Canada. The scam targets online shoppers looking for “holiday specials” by impersonating popular brands. The post New Shopping Phishing Scam Uses URI Fragmentation to Target U.S.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Phishing sites displaying a fake Windows Defender alert are the main threat in a new tech support scam. The post Fake Windows Defender Alerts Used in Recent Tech Support Scam appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. In […].

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ZoneAlarm

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The convenience of online shopping, especially during the holiday season, brings with it the heightened risk of falling prey to sophisticated scams. Recognizing Common Scams: 1. As we embrace the digital marketplace, it’s crucial to be aware of the various tactics employed by cybercriminals.

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Heimadal Security

JULY 15, 2022

Researchers have uncovered a new phishing kit that, under the guise of security controls, injects malware into legitimate WordPress sites and uses a fake PayPal-branded social engineering scam to trick targets into handing over their most sensitive data. This data includes government documents, photos, and even financial information.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. The combination of these factors created an environment in which phishing attempts were easily successful, targeting the population by utilizing the World Health Organization’s (WHO) name as a cover.

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Graham Cluley

JANUARY 12, 2023

That's a takeaway from a series of experiments undertaken using GPT-3 AI text-generating interfaces to create malicious messages designed to spear-phish, scam, harrass, and spread fake news. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

What Are Social Engineering Scams? Thanks, Your CEO This common scenario is just one example of the many ways scammers may attempt to trick you through social engineering scams. Phishing Phishing is a well-known technique where scammers use deceptive emails, text messages, or websites to appear as legitimate entities.

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Heimadal Security

JANUARY 13, 2023

In order to deceive users into sending money to a scammer instead of the intended recipient, a new scam known as “Address Poisoning” has surfaced, according to cryptocurrency wallet service MetaMask. The post New “Address Poisoning” Cryptocurrency Scam Is Targeting MetaMask Users appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

In May 2023, a phishing campaign was launched that targeted a major U.S. A blog post from Cofense , which spotted the campaign, further details the scam, particularly the one aimed at the energy company. This phishing scam is a reminder of the dangers of QR codes. Report it as a phish, delete, or ignore.

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Phishing scams have become more complex over time, and scammers are finding new ways to obtain information about their victims. This new phishing campaign is no different. The post Phishing Attack Uses Facebook Posts to Evade Email Security appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Quick Heal Antivirus

APRIL 23, 2024

Social media scams are like those little troublemakers lurking in the corners of our online lives. Unlocking The Secrets of Social Media Scams appeared first on Quick Heal Blog. We’re all. The post Can You Outsmart Social Media Scammers?

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

But phishing persistently remains a threat (as shown by a recent phishing attack on the U.S. It’s why today at I/O we announced new ways we’re reducing the risks of phishing by: scaling phishing protections to Google Docs, Sheets and Slides, continuing to auto enroll people in 2-Step Verification and more.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

In the digital age, the quest for love has moved online, but so have the fraudsters, with romance scams reaching record highs. These scams don’t just harm individuals financially and emotionally; they can also pose significant risks to businesses.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 16, 2022

In fact, each year we see new versions of tax scams abounding. What are some of these scams we have seen, and how can we identify such schemes? The IRS reported on a scam that they first saw in 2019 related to social security numbers. Signs of a Scam. Scams with similar themes will surely flourish this season.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 14, 2021

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. Phishing exercises are an important tool towards promoting security awareness in an organization. Phishing is effective, simply because it works. The post Phishing towards failed trust appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Read full post.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 22, 2023

What does a government scam, an IT support scam and a romance scam have in common? Let’s see what lessons we can learn from scam artists to better protect ourselves. Thanks to technology and social media, impersonation scams have grown exponentially. Impersonation is often used in phishing , SMiShing , and vishing.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 4, 2023

How to Protect Yourself from Airline Scams IdentityIQ Scammers are always looking for ways to take advantage of people, and the airline industry is no exception. Whether through fake airline ticket booking sites or fake flight cancellation emails, travelers need to be vigilant and protect themselves from airline scams.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 27, 2023

According to the city of Philadelphia, cybersecurity recommendations have been issued in response to an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) warning against tax-based phishing attempts.

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