Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 10, 2023

In episode 307, Tom and Scott debunk misinformation circulating about the iOS 17 NameDrop feature by law enforcement and others on social media. Next, they discuss the potential risks of QR code scams, detailing a real-life incident where a woman lost a significant amount of money due to a QR code scam.

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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. Avoid Oversharing on Social Media. Cybercriminals are constantly mining social media for personal information. Installing well-regarded antivirus and antimalware software can protect you against these threats.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Use a VPN to encrypt your data and always log out of your accounts when you’re finished using them, especially on public Wi-Fi. Check your social media accounts for active sessions and log out of any you don’t recognize. Shoulder-Surfing Sometimes, the simplest scams are the most effective.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Cybercriminals continued targeting gamers’ accounts filled with valuable in-game items or giving access to games on several devices, and often used in-game currency to lure victims to participate in their scams. Unfortunately, this ambiguity sets the stage for an anticipated increase in charity-related scams in 2024.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

Still, over time, they’ve been woven into baseline data security regulations far and wide. NIST specs are echoed in the data loss disclosure and data privacy laws that have cropped up in many U.S. Add to that widespread warnings to use social media circumspectly. states, for instance. Cyber hygiene isn’t difficult.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In the new report, a shockingly high number of respondents (16%) took no action after receiving a data breach notice; less than half (48%) changed the password only on the breached account; and only 22% changed all of it their passwords. Here’s some insight on why victims of data breaches might fail to react.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2021

PrivacySharks’ Madeleine Hodson , the first to report the new leak, noted that while it appears simply to be a “cumulation of data from previous leaks,” that data could still include private as well as public information. ” A Wake-Up Call for Social Media Users. “Bottom line?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 29, 2019

Phishing scams can take many forms, and ransomware is one of the most dangerous. Google will bring up links to anything with your name, including: company websites, personal blogs or websites, social media profiles like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and local media you may be featured in. About the author: VPNmentor.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The hacker exploited the vulnerability and used these IoT devices to launch a massive attack on social media platforms. Some of the major social media platforms, including Twitter, were down for a couple of hours. Phishing is also one of the prominent threats relating to scams and fraudulent offers that arrive in users’ inboxes.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2023

Add social media scams and the growing use of convincing deepfakes and it becomes clear that users are under siege and constant vigilance is required. India will discuss its Personal Data Protection Bill — the Indian version of the GDPR,” said Briedis. 2023 will be a big year for privacy laws.”. Similarly, the U.S.

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Privacy on your terms Android 13 brings developers more ways to build privacy-centric apps. Apps can now implement a new Photo picker that allows the user to select the exact photos or videos they want to share without having to give another app access to their media library.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Keep your online accounts secure Respect your privacy Capture and share with care Take care of your data Take care of your device Be wary of certain sites and content online Be kind. Whether your child needs their own personal email address, an account for school, or a social media login, the advice is largely the same.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2021

As if this yearly ritual does not put us enough on edge, it has also now become a primetime playoff for hacking scams and fraud. Personal scams. In order to provide some context, tax fraud is so prevalent that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released a list of "Dirty Dozen" tax scams for 2020. The scam breaks down like this.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

As vaccines are made available, the security industry expects a wide number of phishing scams to surface that lure people into buying “early releases” of vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna. Similarly, as President Biden tries to roll out COVID-19 relief, we expect to see scams around any new programs the new administration enacts.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

From our safe portal, everyday people can view past password breaches, active social media profiles, potential leaks of government ID info, and more. Why data matters I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read that “data is the new oil” without reading any explanations as to why people should care.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 9, 2023

In other words, the spies will steal your data quietly and never want you to know it's stolen." So says famous spycatcher Eric O'Neill, Founding Partner at The Georgetown Group, in the upcoming March 14th Remote Sessions webcast, " Data Privacy and Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Cloud Communications from Modern Cybercriminals. "

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2021

The consumer watchdog examined 13 router models provided to customers by internet-service companies such as EE, Sky and Virgin Media, and found more than two-thirds had security flaws. Virgin Media Super Hub and Super Hub 2. Eight UK men were arrested in an investigation into scam text messages.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 27, 2021

At the same time, seemingly endless scams can financially impact your end-users and even your personal life. The impact of an online scam is devastating not only financially, but it's devastating emotionally to the people or the organizations that are impacted. data privacy. social media safety. deep fakes.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

It also seems to come around like clockwork every other month, and is currently a hot topic in the UK after prominent journalists / media personalities raised the issue. Think back to some of the worst arguments you’ve seen on social media. Then lots of folks were handed verification simply for working in news / media orgs.

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