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Krebs on Security
AUGUST 18, 2022
While the phishing message attached to the invoice is somewhat awkwardly worded, there are many convincing aspects of this hybrid scam. Details of this scam were shared Wednesday with PayPal’s anti-abuse (phish@paypal.com) and media relations teams.
Security Through Education
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
In today’s technologically forward world, online scams have become both common and effective. This article will dissect some various scams that cybercriminals use, dive into their tactics and techniques, and teach you how to protect against them. Common Types of Scams.
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Schneier on Security
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Uncategorized Amazon courts crime fraud scamsHere’s a story of someone who, with three compatriots, rented textbooks from Amazon and then sold them instead of returning them.
Schneier on Security
AUGUST 15, 2022
No one knows how common this scam is, and how much money total is being stolen in this way. Uncategorized copyright fraud music scamsScammers were able to convince YouTube that other peoples’ music was their own. They successfully stole $23 million before they were caught.
Schneier on Security
APRIL 6, 2021
A newspaper in Malaysia is reporting on a cell phone cloning scam. What’s clever about this scam is that the victim is an Uber driver and the scammer is the passenger, so the driver is naturally busy and can’t see what the scammer is doing.
Schneier on Security
JUNE 10, 2019
Interesting story of an old-school remote-deposit capture fraud scam, wrapped up in a fake employment scam. employment fraud scamsSlashdot thread.
Krebs on Security
APRIL 11, 2022
Here’s a closer look at hundreds of phony crypto investment schemes that are all connected through a hosting provider which caters to people running crypto scams. “In hindsight, this was an obvious scam. The crypto scam site coinbase-x2[.]net,
Security Boulevard
MARCH 16, 2022
The post Tax Season Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. Security Bloggers Network Social Engineering General Social Engineer Blog Phishing social engineering tax scams Tax season scams vishingOur favorite time of the year is upon us again, tax season.
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.
Schneier on Security
NOVEMBER 16, 2021
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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.
Schneier on Security
JUNE 24, 2020
academicpapers cryptocurrency fraud scamsReally interesting research: " An examination of the cryptocurrency pump and dump ecosystem ": Abstract : The surge of interest in cryptocurrencies has been accompanied by a proliferation of fraud. This paper examines pump and dump schemes.
StaySafeOnline
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
The post Romance Scams appeared first on Stay Safe Online
We Live Security
MAY 12, 2022
The post 10 reasons why we fall for scams appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. ScamsThe ‘it won’t happen to me’ mindset leaves you unprepared – here are some common factors that put any of us at risk of online fraud.
SecureBlitz
AUGUST 18, 2022
The post Macropay Scam Alert: Fake E-Commerce Sites appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity. CyberBust scamOnline shopping is an easy and convenient way to buy items. Many people enjoy the experience of going to a. Read more.
Naked Security
JUNE 20, 2022
Friends don't let friends get scammed. Not everyone knows how typical scams unfold, so here are some real-world examples. Law & order Privacy bust Interpol scamming Social Engineering
Schneier on Security
OCTOBER 2, 2018
Brian Krebs is reporting on some new and sophisticated phishing scams over the telephone. fraud phishing scams socialengineeringI second his advice: "never give out any information about yourself in response to an unsolicited phone call." Always call them back, and not using the number offered to you by the caller. Always.
Security Boulevard
JULY 20, 2022
Phishing scams are hardly a new concept. The post Preventing CEO Impersonation Phishing Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. In fact, the first phishing attacks date back nearly 30 years to the mid-1990s.
Krebs on Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
What follows is a deep dive into how this increasingly clever Zelle fraud scam typically works, and what victims can do about it. An important aspect of this scam is that the fraudsters never even need to know or phish the victim’s password.
Naked Security
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Romance scams and dating site treachery with a new twist - "there's an app for that!". Apple Cryptocurrency iOS cryptocurrency ios iPhone romance scam Scam
Naked Security
MARCH 22, 2021
Here are our top tips to protect you from Instagram scams. Instagram Phishing Privacy fraud Romance Scams scamsDon't get taken for a sucker on social media!
We Live Security
JULY 27, 2022
It pays to be careful – here’s how you can stay safe from fake giveaways, money flipping scams and other cons that fraudsters use to trick payment app users out of their hard-earned cash. The post Cash App fraud: 10 common scams to watch out for appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. Scams
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?
We Live Security
JULY 6, 2022
Here’s what to watch out for when buying or selling stuff on the online marketplace and how to tell if you’re being scammed. The post 8 common Facebook Marketplace scams and how to avoid them appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. Scams
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.
We Live Security
AUGUST 30, 2022
Do you know how to avoid scams and stay safe on TikTok? The post TikShock: Don’t get caught out by these 5 TikTok scams appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. ScamsAre you aware of the perils of the world’s no. 1 social media?
StaySafeOnline
MAY 4, 2021
The post Scams and Misinformation Challenges appeared first on Stay Safe Online
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 8, 2018
egypt france italy scams spainA comprehensive list. Most are old and obvious, but there are some clever variants.
Graham Cluley
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Celebrities celebrity Hollywood Mark Ruffalo romance scam ScamA 74-year-old Manga artist received an unsolicited Facebook message from somebody claiming to be Incredible Hulk actor Mark Ruffalo. You can probably guess where this is heading.
Naked Security
DECEMBER 30, 2021
Be warned: the crooks are getting better at these scams. Instagram Phishing phishing ScamWe deconstructed a copyright phish so you don't have to.
Lohrman on Security
MAY 1, 2022
Criminals are using stolen information to imitate the police and scam both companies and individuals. Here’s what you need to know
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.
Security Boulevard
AUGUST 4, 2022
The post Impersonation Scams: Social Engineering News appeared first on Security Boulevard. Careers Security Awareness Security Bloggers Network Social Engineering General Impersonation scams Protect Yourself scam artists security awareness training Security Training social engineering
The State of Security
JUNE 23, 2022
Guest blog Phishing Coronavirus phishing ScamThe UK's National Health Service has warned the public about a spate of fake messages, sent out as SMS text messages, fraudulently telling recipients that they have been exposed to the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Naked Security
MAY 24, 2021
Some victims of home delivery scams end up with their entire bank accounts drained. Law & order bust devlivery scam Royal Mail ScamDon't get caught out!
We Live Security
MAY 23, 2022
Watch out for counterfeit NFTs, rug pulls, pump-and-dumps and other common scams plaguing the industry. The post Common NFT scams and how to avoid them appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. ScamsAs NFTs exploded in popularity, scammers also jumped on the hype.
Tech Republic Security
AUGUST 25, 2022
In a scam analyzed by Avanan, the victim received an email claiming to be from the CFO directing them to make a payment to their insurance company. The post How a business email compromise scam spoofed the CFO of a major corporation appeared first on TechRepublic.
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?
We Live Security
JULY 1, 2022
The lead-up to the Canada Day festivities has brought a tax scam with it. The post Phishing scam poses as Canadian tax agency before Canada Day appeared first on WeLiveSecurity. Scams
Malwarebytes
APRIL 6, 2022
A flurry of bogus domains and scam techniques are spreading their wings. Reports indicate a big run on phishing and scams. Where scams sometimes diverge from real fundraising sites is in requesting payment via cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency scamming is rampant.
SecureBlitz
APRIL 13, 2022
Is CDKeys legit or scam? It is reported many third-party websites that sell game keys online have scammed a lot of gamers and it is pretty hard to know which one is legit. The post Is CDKeys Legit Or Scam? CyberBust scamRead on for the answer.
Security Boulevard
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Hey, hey, DPRK, how many people will you scam today? Korean Job Scams Push Trojans via LinkedIn appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post Warning: N.
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