Bleeping Computer

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Twitter account of American cybersecurity firm and Google subsidiary Mandiant was hijacked earlier today to impersonate the Phantom crypto wallet and share a cryptocurrency scam. [.]

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Security Boulevard

JULY 23, 2023

But wait, there’s more to this […] The post Microsoft Lost Its Keys, Voice Cloning Scams, The Biden-Harris Cybersecurity Labeling Program appeared first on Shared Security Podcast. The post Microsoft Lost Its Keys, Voice Cloning Scams, The Biden-Harris Cybersecurity Labeling Program appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 26, 2022

The FBI recently warned the public that many people are still falling prey to a Google Voice scam that the FTC warned about months ago. Here is what you need to know to keep yourself safe: What is the common Google Voice scam about which the FBI warned? What if you already were scammed? How can you best protect yourself?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A quarter of Valentine’s Day-themed spam emails intercepted by Bitdefender's filters were identified as scams aimed at defrauding recipients. The post Valentine’s Day Scams Woo the Lonely-Hearted appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Enter the utility scam , where crooks pretend to be your utility company so they can threaten and extort as much money from you as they can. This scam has been going on for years and usually starts with an unexpected phone call and, in some cases, a visit to your door. Report the scam to the proper authorities, which may be the FTC.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

First Facebook scam Translation: Deadly accident on highway causes several fatalities Notable about this one is that it was posted as a fundraiser and so does not allow comments, which blocks me from posting a warning that this is a scam. I have seen two different types in German.

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Bleeping Computer

JANUARY 3, 2024

The Twitter account of American cybersecurity firm and Google subsidiary Mandiant was hijacked earlier today to impersonate the Phantom crypto wallet and share a cryptocurrency scam. [.]

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 4, 2024

The X account of cybersecurity giant Mandiant was hacked, attackers used it to impersonate the Phantom crypto wallet and push a cryptocurrency scam. Crooks hacked the X account of cybersecurity firm Mandiant and used it to impersonate the Phantom crypto platform and share a cryptocurrency scam.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

The post USPS Phishing Scams Generate Almost as Much Traffic as the Real Site appeared first on Security Boulevard. Smishing is hard to stamp out. Worse, bogus domains surpass the legitimate one during the holiday season, when more people expect packages.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 23, 2024

In the world of cybersecurity, it often feels like we’re revisiting familiar problems, albeit with a modern twist. A prime example of this is obfuscation—a method deeply rooted in the annals of […] The post From Caesar to Cyberspace: The Growing Menace of Obfuscated Phishing Scams first appeared on SlashNext.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 1, 2024

Pig butchering scams are big business. The numbers are not very precise because some see them as a special kind of romance scam , while others classify them as investment fraud. Scammers trying to initiate pig butchering scams The accounts sending the messages often use stock photographs of models for their profile pictures.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

As artificial intelligence continues advancing at a rapid pace, criminals are increasingly using AI capabilities to carry out sophisticated scams and attacks. The scam began with the employee receiving a phishing message purportedly from the company's chief financial officer requesting an urgent confidential transaction.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 18, 2024

Europol and its associates have arrested 9 people in conjunction with a cannabis investment scam known as “JuicyFields” The suspects used social media to lure investors to their website. Don’t fall for scams Stick with safe investments, it’s easier said than done. Judging a book by its cover.

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ZoneAlarm

DECEMBER 7, 2023

This complex operation, which cleverly manipulates hotel access credentials and employs deceptive phishing methods, has cast a spotlight on the pressing issues of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in online environments.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 12, 2023

False online retailers, false ads related to holidays, fake coupons and gift cards, Facebook Marketplace scams, AI based voice scams, Impersonation threats, investments and delivery scams phishing are some of those you ought to be aware of; if you want to keep away from trouble.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 16, 2024

The volume of online scams relating to healthcare emanating from inexpensive TLDs is spiking—accounting for as much as 60% of daily domain registrations. The post Netcraft Report Surfaces Spike in Online Healthcare Product Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 17, 2024

The San Francisco Chronicle tells a story about a family that almost got scammed when they heard their son’s voice telling them he’d been in a car accident and hurt a pregnant woman. The FBI says it has received more than 195 complaints about this type of scam that it refers to as “grandparent scams.”

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This post will show how hackers impersonate big brands and scam people. Unfortunately, hackers know this and piggyback reputable brands to […] The post How Hackers Impersonate Big Brands And Scam People appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 9, 2023

‘The Scariest Thing I Have Ever Seen’: Cybersecurity Expert Calls Out Emerging Threat of AI Voice Cloning Scams IdentityIQ AI voice cloning scams are the newest growing threat to your identity, according to cybersecurity expert Scott Hermann. Hermann said AI voice cloning scams are, unfortunately, working.

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Security Through Education

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We call what these criminals do “romance scams.” What exactly are romance scams? Leveraging Affection and Trust The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) states that “romance scams occur when a criminal adopts a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust.” If it’s a scam, though, the request will come.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 8, 2024

The post HHS: Heath Care IT Helpdesks Under Attack in Voice Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. Armed with sensitive personal information, the fraudsters call the helpdesk claiming to be an employee in.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 21, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers at Proofpoint have uncovered a new wave of targeted phishing attacks attributed to the Iran-aligned hacking group TA450. TA450 Back with Salary Scam Emails appeared first on Penetration Testing. This campaign marks a shift in tactics for the group, with attackers now employing... The post Beware!

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Joseph Steinberg

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

While some folks who receive such items may feel lucky – protective gear can sometimes be difficult to find in local stores – these “gifts” appear to be part of a cyber-scam, sometimes known as “ brushing ,” about which you should be familiar.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

So what better way to kick off the scamming season than by offering Black Friday sales on one of the most popular products around: a Stanley cup. Facebook comments of people claiming they received the goods As always, use your best spidey senses to pick up on scams like these. How do you avoid bad ads?

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

The post “I Got Scammed on PayPal!” ” Protect Against PayPal Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. PayPal is generally considered a secure platform for online transactions, but it's important to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to safeguard your account.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With the holiday season well underway, a threat group with a history of gift card scams is ramping up its efforts, according to Microsoft. The post Microsoft: Storm-0539 Group Behind a Surge of Gift Card Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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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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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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Cybersecurity professionals stand on the frontlines, ever-vigilant against an increasing tide of cyber threats. Recognising the threat patterns Shaping a better cybersecurity future is imperative. Tech Support Scam While they may seem like a relic of the past, tech support scams continue to thrive and deceive numerous victims.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2022

FBI has issued a warning to all students studying in different universities against the ongoing loan forgiving scam. The scam that is being circulated as email phishing and smishing is actually a fraudulent operation taken up by cyber crooks to mint critical financial details from innocent victims.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued an advisory calling for increased consumer vigilance as malicious actors attempt to take advantage of unsuspecting holiday shoppers through malicious links, fake websites and other forms of cybercrime.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In 2023, the public primarily confronted two varieties of online scams: the technical and the topical. Technical scams abuse legitimate aspects of modern internet infrastructure to lead users to illegitimate or compromised sites. Topical scams, on the other hand, are simpler. We know these scams all too well.

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Are you wondering what next after being scammed online? In today's digital age, online scams have become increasingly prevalent, and many people fall victim to them. If you've been scammed online, it can be a deeply distressing experience. We will show you the ideal steps to take.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 9, 2023

billion in scams that reached them via social media, and the actual figure could be much higher, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Billion Since 2021 to Social Media Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. Billion Since 2021 to Social Media Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 5, 2024

The co-founder and CEO of a startup cryptocurrency wallet said he lost $125,000 in crypto in a scam, becoming among the latest victims of the growing threat of wallet drainer malware that one cybersecurity firm stole almost $300 million from more than 320,000 victims last year. In this case, Bill Lou wrote in a lengthy.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 25, 2023

United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) along with two other agencies; National Security Agency (NSA) and Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have issued a warning to federal agencies against a phishing scam taking place through Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) Software.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 2, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, vigilance is paramount. Recently, a cunning phishing scam has emerged, targeting unsuspecting WordPress users with a fabricated security flaw, CVE-2023-45124.

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