Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

How to avoid the “sad announcement” scam Always compare the actual sender address with the email address this person would normally use to send you an email. So what should you do if you have fallen victim to a tech support scam? Consider using a password manager and enable 2FA for important accounts.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Here’s what to look out for: Pig butchering scams. We have discussed the workings of pig butchering scams several times. The investments, mind you, are always part of the larger scam. Advance fee scams. Fake bonus scams. Compromised account scams. billion in 2023. Elon Musk livestreams. Typosquatting.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In May, 2024, the FBI warned about the increasing threat of cybercriminals using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their scams. Use a password manager to autofill credentials only on trusted sites. These sophisticated tactics can result in devastating financial losses, reputational damage, and compromise of sensitive data.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 30, 2023

Now, our researchers found that the malvertising campaigns via Google Ads are not just about software downloads and scams. They also include a much more direct way to get at your login credentials by phishing for users of popular password managers such as 1Password. In which case you will have to retrieve it.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2025

This year, Spring Break vacationers are packing more than their flip-flops, bucket hats, and sunglassestheyre also packing a few cybersecurity anxieties for the trip. Broadly, Malwarebytes found that: 52% of people agreed or strongly agreed that they worry about being scammed while traveling.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Its the perfect time to learn more about cybersecurity risks and best practices for protecting yourself and your loved ones online. In 2024, romance scams alone led to losses tallied to $3.8 In 2024, romance scams alone led to losses tallied to $3.8 Stay informed about common scams and take action to stay safe.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

” Several versions of these scam emails have included the following text: Have you heard of Pegasus? Though Pegasus is indeed a powerfully invasive spyware tool, the threat of its use, as included in these scam emails, is entirely empty. If you are having trouble organizing your password, have a look at a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2025

Targeted phishing : Combining leaked data allows cybercriminals to engage in very convincing and personalized scams. Do not reuse passwords across different sites and services. A password manager can be very helpful to create safe passwords and remember them for you.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. For over 25 years, Webroot has been on the front lines of cybersecurity, protecting millions of people and businesses from evolving threats. But as technology advances, so do the threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

This could spell trouble, as hackers can easily hijack an account to publish scam related campaigns, hate speech, biased political statements and what not. The post Cybersecurity headlines trending on Google appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Third is the news related to cybercrime and might interest the male folks!

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Responsible Cyber

MARCH 2, 2025

But while managing these subscriptions can feel like a mundane task, theres a hidden layer that many overlook: the critical role subscription management plays in cybersecurity. Poorly managed subscriptions can open the door to cyber threats, data breaches, and financial risks. For businesses, the stakes are even higher.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

More than 450 workers at the United States Postal Service (USPS) lost more than $1 million in a direct deposit scam that left postal workers without pay, angry at the USPS for not heeding warnings of the scheme, and the agency scrambling to figure out exactly what happened. This was a not an incredibly technical attack.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Cybersecurity firm Armorblox discovered a new phishing campaign aimed at American Express customers. The post A new phishing scam targets American Express cardholders appeared first on Security Affairs. Armorblox researchers uncovered a new phishing campaign that is targeting American Express customers. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 18, 2023

Not too long ago, many of us thought that cybersecurity was something for corporations to worry about. What are some personal cybersecurity concerns for 2023? Impersonation Scams. Although BEC attacks may be targeted at business, they can also be used to scam individual people. The Internet of Things.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

As if they weren’t annoying enough already, scammers have recently introduced new pressure tactics to their sextortion and scam emails. If the email includes a password, make sure you are not using it any more on any account. If you are having trouble remembering all your passwords, have a look at a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2024

But as security evolves, so do cybercriminals who are always looking for new ways to scam us. Phishing sites can even show up in sponsored search results, in the same way as we reported about tech support scams. Use a password manager. That’s a great thing. Malwarebytes Browser Guard can help protect you.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Social media and scams. There are many kinds of Bitcoin scams to be found on YouTube, Twitter, and other platforms. And along with Tech Support scams , Ponzi schemes , misinformation, and many phishing attempts, you can find every kind of scammer on social media without having to look very hard. Never backing up their system.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

By focusing on this context, we hope that you’ll come away with a stronger understanding about, for instance, why you should use a password manager rather than that you should use a password manager. In the world of online scams, criminals care about one thing: Your money. Do use a cybersecurity app.

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Zero Day

JUNE 17, 2025

It protects your device from a variety of attacks, including scam calls, harmful apps, unsafe websites, phishing attempts, malicious links, and more.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Password manager: Norton generates strong passwords and syncs logins across all your protected devices. Even McAfee’s most basic plan includes a VPN, identity monitoring, and text scam detection. It helps consumers manage their data privacy and remove information that doesn’t need to be exposed. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

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Hacker's King

MAY 24, 2025

Credential-based attacks include usernames, passwords, and tokens. In simpler terms, phishing scams, brute force attacks, and MFA bypass techniques. The very basic definition of credential attack vectors is that they're the top threat in cybersecurity. Credential Attack Vectors: The Top Upcoming Threat in Cybersecurity 1.

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SecureList

JUNE 25, 2024

Despite adopting digital technology for remote work, production, and sales, SMBs often lack robust cybersecurity measures. SMBs face significant cybersecurity challenges due to limited resources and expertise. Human error, often stemming from a lack of cybersecurity awareness, can lead to severe security breaches.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 13, 2021

Here are some tips to excite kids about cybersecurity. Can they create strong passwords? Maybe they can learn ways to avoid scams and ways to care for their devices. Often, messages about online security are presented as ‘to-do’ lists that can make even the most pliant of us feel like we are being preached to. Lead by example.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2024

According to the password management software firm, the employee was contacted outside of the business hours. LastPass shared the incident to raise awareness about using deepfakes for CEO fraud and other scams. The attack occurred this week, but the employed recognized the attack and the attempt failed. concludes the report.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And sometimes, 23% of them experienced cyber-bullying and around 20% of them became a victim of a romance scam. Just by creating awareness among employees, using proactive security solutions, deploying MFA, using password managers can help in mitigating most of the cyber risks to a large extent. .

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

What are the Benefits of a Password Manager? IdentityIQ Passwords are essential when keeping your information safe on your devices. But unfortunately, many people use weak or the same password, making it easy for hackers to crack them. Research shows that 52% of people reuse passwords for multiple accounts.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

Follow SecureWorld News for more stories related to cybersecurity. Securing your defenses So how can organizations and individuals stay secure while still enjoying all the tournament action? As March Madness unfolds, users will need to apply a full-court press defense against ever-more sophisticated cyber threats.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Your employers might be able to provide you with specific directions on how to handle certain aspects of your cybersecurity. Here are some cybersecurity best practices tips that apply more than ever when it comes to remote workers carrying out their duties securely. Use strong passwords. Set-up 2-factor authentication.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2024

As Patrick Tiquet, Vice President at Keeper Security, emphasizes: "As the threat landscape continues to evolve and become more sophisticated, basic password hygiene remains the single most important cybersecurity measure. Password manager tools make it easy to generate and store sturdy, random passwords for all your accounts.

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Zero Day

JUNE 13, 2025

It protects your device from a variety of attacks, including scam calls, harmful apps, unsafe websites, phishing attempts, malicious links, and more.

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Webroot

JUNE 17, 2025

Even the best trips can have stressful moments, and when you miss a flight or get lost in a new destination, it’s easy to become less vigilant about protecting your cybersecurity. Phishing scams: Phishing scams that target travel-related platforms are on the rise. This is especially true when you travel to foreign countries.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

And if you haven’t set up your password manager yet, that stolen password may give a hacker access to other websites like your bank account, or email. Some bonus tips While these bonus tips aren’t all cybersecurity related, they’re still important things to remember while shopping online: ? Follow us - stay ahead.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 28, 2024

It's also essential not to use the same password across multiple accounts. If one account gets hacked, other accounts with the same password are at risk. Using a password manager can help you manage unique passwords for each of your accounts. Avoid easily guessable words or patterns.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

For more than 20 years now, October has also been recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Its theme is Secure Our World , and its mission is to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and showcase some of the easy ways we can all become more cyber resilient. Do not use your pet’s name!

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Regis, Westin, Sheraton, W Hotels or anywhere else that operates on Marriot’s Starwood guest reservation database, it’s time to redouble your cybersecurity and privacy efforts, because this compromise is one of biggest we’ve seen—dwarfed only by the Yahoo breach that affected 2 billion users. If you’ve made reservations at the St.

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Webroot

MAY 28, 2025

From phishing scams to malware , hackers are constantly looking for ways to exploit weaknesses in cybersecurity systems and software. Children and teens are increasingly exposed to scams (even extortion scams), cyberbullying, and inappropriate contentespecially during summer when screen time surges.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Concerns that attackers will strike over the holidays are valid, as cybersecurity researchers have observed a year-over-year uptick in cybercriminal activity on Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Better Business Bureau’s full list of holiday scams to watch out for is available here.

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