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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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This sender does not care who you want to donate to If those scam campaigns aren’t directly after your money, they might well be phishing for personal information. If you’ve lost money to a phone scam or have information about the company or scammer who called you, tell the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Report the robocall.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Major Banks Under Fire for Refusing Reimbursements to Victims of Online Payment Scams IdentityIQ Major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America, have come under intense scrutiny for their response to online payment scams. Key Takeaways Major U.S.

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WIRED Threat Level

JULY 19, 2024

Swindlers are spinning up bogus websites in an attempt to dupe people with “CrowdStrike support” scams following the security firm's catastrophic software update.

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Graham Cluley

JULY 9, 2024

Graham inflicts his terrible Australian accent on Mark while explaining bot-on-bot crime, and Mark tells … Continue reading "The AI Fix #6: AI lobotomies, and bots scam scam bots"

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 4, 2024

Consumer protection The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has an article about utility scams, however the technique mentioned there is about scammers calling victims, rather than the other way around. Certainly, there are victims that will answer the phone but the scam is much more effective when you are the one to initiate the call.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Plus, we shed light on the alarming rise of Bitcoin ATM scams exploiting older adults, providing essential tips to protect your loved ones from these devious schemes. Tune in for unique insights […] The post Shocking SQL Injection in TSA App, Bitcoin ATM Scams Targeting Seniors appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.

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The Hacker News

AUGUST 6, 2024

INTERPOL said it devised a "global stop-payment mechanism" that helped facilitate the largest-ever recovery of funds defrauded in a business email compromise (BEC) scam. The development comes after an unnamed commodity firm based in Singapore fell victim to a BEC scam in mid-July 2024.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In recent years, the landscape of cyber scams has evolved, targeting even the tools designed to protect consumers. One such concerning development involves the exploitation of trusted services to mislead and scam users.

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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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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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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 23, 2024

We followed the flow of one such scam, but you should be aware that there are several variations. Usually, this type of scam starts with a comment on Facebook below the notification of a funeral home. Malwarebytes Premium blocks at least 4 other domains involved in the same type of scam. Membership activation.

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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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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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Penetration Testing

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The attack involves a multi-phase approach, starting with compromising hotel managers’... The post Travelers Targeted: Booking.com Phishing Scam Unveiled appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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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

AUGUST 16, 2024

The post North Korean cyber attacks: How to educate your team on this new scam trend appeared first on Click Armor. The post North Korean cyber attacks: How to educate your team on this new scam trend appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 25, 2024

The post Cyber travel scams: The biggest scams to be aware of when planning your next trip appeared first on Click Armor. The post Cyber travel scams: The biggest scams to be aware of when planning your next trip 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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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

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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Penetration Testing

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has disclosed staggering figures related to financial scams involving Bitcoin ATMs. In 2023 alone, the total amount... The post Bitcoin ATM Scams Surge with Over $110 Million in Losses in 2023 appeared first on Cybersecurity News. In a stark warning to the public, the U.S.

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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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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

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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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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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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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 7, 2024

The post Olympic scams: Be aware this summer appeared first on Click Armor. The post Olympic scams: Be aware this summer appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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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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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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2024

In this article, we’ll cover these Google Drawings phishing attacks in detail and determine […] The post Phishing Attacks: Google Drawings And WhatsApp Scam Alert appeared first on TuxCare. The post Phishing Attacks: Google Drawings And WhatsApp Scam Alert 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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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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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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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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Identity IQ

JANUARY 4, 2024

What is a Gift Card Draining Scam? IdentityIQ If you gave or received a gift card this holiday season, you should be aware of gift card draining scams that can turn your gift into a disappointment. A card draining scam, also known as gift card draining, is a tactic criminals use to steal the money loaded onto gift cards.

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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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