Schneier on Security

MARCH 22, 2021

This is a longish video that describes a profitable computer banking scam that’s run out of call centers in places like India. One, it illustrates the complex business nature of the scam: there are a lot of people doing specialized jobs in order for it to work. I found it interesting for several reasons.

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The Hacker News

JULY 25, 2024

Meta Platforms on Wednesday said it took steps to remove around 63,000 Instagram accounts in Nigeria that were found to target people with financial sextortion scams. These included a smaller coordinated network of around 2,500 accounts that we were able to link to a group of around 20 individuals," the company said.

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Joseph Steinberg

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

While evildoers perpetrate charity-related scams throughout the year, they know that the holiday spirit in general, and the concentrated focus on charity on Giving Tuesday specifically, both improve their odds of success. Here are 9 ways to protect against charity-related scams: 1. Confirm that a charity is real.

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WIRED Threat Level

JULY 10, 2024

Deepfake scam services. Victim data. Electrified shackles for human trafficking. Crypto tracing firm Elliptic found all were available for sale on an online marketplace linked to Cambodia’s ruling family.

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We Live Security

JULY 9, 2024

Scammers gonna scam scam scam, so before hunting for your tickets to a Taylor Swift gig or other in-demand events, learn how to stop fraudsters from leaving a blank space in your bank account

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Schneier on Security

MAY 1, 2024

Scammers tricked a company into believing they were dealing with a BBC presenter. They faked her voice, and accepted money intended for her.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 6, 2024

The ITRC reported a surge in online job scams targeting unsuspecting job seekers for their personal information. The post ITRC Finds Online Job Scams on the Rise appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 2, 2024

A campaign using sponsored search results is targeting home users and taking them to tech support scams. For systems running Windows, we found visitors are redirected to tech support scam websites such as this one. Tech Support Scam site telling the visitor to call 1-844-476-5780 You undoubtedly know the type.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 24, 2024

Learn how to identify legitimate alerts and avoid phishing scams targeting your Microsoft account. The post Microsoft Account Security Alert Email: Recognize the Scam appeared first on Security Boulevard. Reading Time: 5 min Have you received a microsoft account security alert email?

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SecureList

MAY 27, 2024

Ways to deceive message board users There are two main types of message board scams. This type of fraud is known as scam 1.0 or a buyer scam , because the attacker poses as the seller to deceive the buyer. This is known as scam 2.0 or a seller scam , because the attacker deceives the seller posing as the buyer.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2024

The post Massive Online Shopping Scam Racks Up 850,000 Victims appeared first on Security Boulevard. Chinese crooks are running a global network of more than 75,000 fake online shops to steal credit card data and process fraudulent payments.

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Bleeping Computer

JUNE 25, 2024

The FBI is warning of cybercriminals posing as law firms and lawyers that offer cryptocurrency recovery services to victims of investment scams and steal funds and personal information. [.]

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Bleeping Computer

MARCH 25, 2024

Google's new AI-powered 'Search Generative Experience' algorithms recommend scam sites that redirect visitors to unwanted Chrome extensions, fake iPhone giveaways, browser spam subscriptions, and tech support scams. [.]

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 25, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of online scams, our Avast team has identified a new and bold scam, using the likeness of Elon Musk. It’s a scam. This quarter, we uncovered advertisements featuring Musk to promote a supposed new cryptocurrency. The post That new X cryptocurrency? appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 12, 2024

The post Musk’s Voice, Likeness Used in Deepfake Scam Targeting the Olympics appeared first on Security Boulevard. Threat actors targeting the upcoming Paris Olympics release a three-part video series called "Olympics Has Fallen II" and use AI-generated deepfake technology to make it appear that Tesla CEO Elon Musk is narrating the story.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 25, 2024

Both Microsoft and Malwarebytes in recent days have outlined various scams being used to steal sensitive information, drop malicious payloads, or make payments to fake. The post Tax Scams Ramping Up as the April 15 Deadline Approaches appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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

MAY 8, 2024

Ticket scams are very common and apparently hard to stop. With a ticket scam, you pay for a ticket and you either don’t receive anything or what you get doesn’t get you into the venue. With a ticket scam, you pay for a ticket and you either don’t receive anything or what you get doesn’t get you into the venue. Use a blocklist.

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Identity IQ

MAY 6, 2024

Bitcoin ATM Scams: What You Need to Know IdentityIQ Bitcoin, the popular digital currency, has opened new avenues for online transactions and investments. With the growing prevalence of Bitcoin ATMs (also known as Bitcoin kiosks), it’s essential to be aware of the potential scams and take necessary precautions.

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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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ZoneAlarm

JUNE 27, 2024

However, this innovation has also attracted a myriad of scams, with fraudsters continuously devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting victims. Recently, the FBI issued a warning about a disturbing new trend: fake law firms targeting individuals who have already fallen victim to cryptocurrency scams.

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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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Identity IQ

APRIL 3, 2023

Romance Scams and Relationship Scams: What’s the Difference? IdentityIQ Romance Scams Romance scams are a type of fraud that involves criminals using deception to take advantage of victims looking for companionship. Romance scams can be very costly for victims. They can often use fake profiles and photos.

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Penetration Testing

JULY 15, 2024

A new, insidious phishing scam targeting employees’ Microsoft credentials has been unveiled by cybersecurity experts at Cofense.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 17, 2024

Offers that promise easy earnings can also bring with them a host of scams that deceive those who are genuinely seeking income opportunities. t is into this scenario that illicit practices such as moneny mules and reshipping scams can fit. In practice, packages arrived with prepaid shipping labels with stolen credit cards.

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Penetration Testing

JUNE 12, 2024

The threat actor group, dubbed “Smishing Triad,” is leveraging stolen personal data and impersonating Pakistan Post to conduct... The post Smishing Triad Targets Pakistan with Large-Scale Banking Scam appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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ZoneAlarm

MAY 29, 2024

The search for love has entered the digital domain, bringing with it new challenges, including the risk of scams. The allure of finding a partner in the vast sea of the internet can be strong, but it is essential to be aware … The post Staying Safe from Online Dating Scams appeared first on ZoneAlarm Security Blog.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 29, 2024

A disturbing new report by Akamai security researchers highlights the shocking scale of phishing scams impersonating the United States Postal Service (USPS).

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ZoneAlarm

APRIL 15, 2024

Job seekers face not only the daunting task of finding employment but also the lurking danger of falling victim to job scams. A job scam is a fraudulent offer for work that specifically targets individuals seeking legitimate employment.

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WIRED Threat Level

APRIL 18, 2024

Watch how smooth-talking scammers known as “Yahoo Boys” use widely available face-swapping tech to carry out elaborate romance scams.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

They more likely want a scam-free and malware-free experience but perhaps aren’t in a position to pay for a subscription. An unverified advertiser was allowed to serve this ad and expose users to a financial scam where they can lose hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 28, 2024

The post Tax scams: Scams to be aware of this tax season appeared first on Click Armor. The post Tax scams: Scams to be aware of this tax season appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

During the month of Ramadan, Resecurity observed a significant increase in fraudulent activities and scams. During the month of Ramadan, Resecurity observed a significant increase in fraudulent activities and scams, coinciding with a surge in retail and online transactions.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 19, 2024

A threat actor who goes by alias markopolo has been identified as behind a large-scale cross-platform scam that targets digital currency users on social media with information stealer malware and carries out cryptocurrency theft.

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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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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

How to Help Avoid Holiday Scams This Season IdentityIQ Scammers take advantage of those who want to give during the holiday season, warns Credit & Debt CEO Jeff Mandel in an interview with LiveNOW from Fox. link] What’s worse is that scams are at an all-time high during the holiday season. Tips to Help Avoid Holiday Scams 1.

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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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