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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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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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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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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Graham Cluley

APRIL 17, 2024

And a scam takes a sinister turn - for both the person being scammed and an innocent participant - in Ohio. Take That's Gary Barlow chats up a pizza-slinging granny from Essex via Facebook, or does he?

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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

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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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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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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We Live Security

MARCH 26, 2024

Personal loan scams prey on your financial vulnerability and might even trap you in a vicious circle of debt. Here’s how to avoid being scammed when considering a loan.

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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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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. Acting on cold calls. Still not convinced?

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Graham Cluley

APRIL 15, 2024

Law enforcement officers in Zambia have arrested 77 people at a call centre company they allege had employed local school-leavers to engage in scam internet users around the world. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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Graham Cluley

APRIL 5, 2024

Two China-based Android app developers are being sued by Google for an alleged scam targeting 100,000 users worldwide through fake cryptocurrency and other investment apps. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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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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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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The Hacker News

MARCH 6, 2024

The threat actors behind the BlackCat ransomware have shut down their darknet website and likely pulled an exit scam after uploading a bogus law enforcement seizure banner. They are exit scamming their affiliates," security researcher Fabian Wosar said. "It ALPHV/BlackCat did not get seized.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 23, 2024

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. The post From Caesar to Cyberspace: The Growing Menace of Obfuscated Phishing Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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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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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

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

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 20, 2024

Financial scams are like that one guest at the party who just won't leave, constantly evolving and finding new ways to crash our digital lives. Lately, they've taken a turn for the futuristic with AI-generated videos popping up in investment scams.

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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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Bleeping Computer

APRIL 1, 2024

Impersonation scams in the U.S. exceeded $1.1 billion in losses last year, according to statistics collected by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a figure that is three times higher than in 2020. [.]

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The post Top 2024 Scams: The top predicted scams for this year appeared first on Click Armor. The post Top 2024 Scams: The top predicted scams for this year appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 18, 2023

How to Avoid Fake QR Code Scams IdentityIQ In today’s tech-driven world, QR (quick response) codes are everywhere. Fake QR code scams have quickly become a massive issue. Here, we unwrap how to help avoid fake QR code scams to keep you and your private information safe. What Are Fake QR Code Scams?

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The Hacker News

MARCH 22, 2024

A massive malware campaign dubbed Sign1 has compromised over 39,000 WordPress sites in the last six months, using malicious JavaScript injections to redirect users to scam sites. The attacks entail injecting rogue

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 11, 2024

New AI Scams to Look Out For in 2024 IdentityIQ Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly reshaped many aspects of everyday life. Here are three new AI scams to look out for in 2024 as well as some tips to help protect yourself and stay prepared for the explosive development of AI.

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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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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

MAY 13, 2023

Despite no longer being paid to provide consultancy to the IT security industry, I couldn’t resist catching up with an interesting BBC initiative called Scam Interceptors.

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Bleeping Computer

MARCH 5, 2024

The BlackCat ransomware gang is pulling an exit scam, trying to shut down and run off with affiliates' money by pretending the FBI seized their site and infrastructure. [.]

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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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Security Boulevard

APRIL 16, 2024

Discover FTC's new rule and tips to fight email impersonation scams. The post FTC Reports Email is a Popular Medium for Impersonation Scams appeared first on Security Boulevard. Reading Time: 6 min Scammers impersonate businesses and government in emails to steal your information.

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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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