Tag: Online scams
Beware of Fake Disney+ Scam Sites: How to Spot Them in...
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to trick people online, and one recent example involves fake websites impersonating Disney+. These sites rank high in...
Google Ads Security: Protecting Against Malicious Ads
Google Ads Security: Protecting Against Malicious AdsIn today's digital age, it's essential to be cautious about the content we interact with online, especially when...
Beware of CrowdStrike Typosquatting Scams and Fake Repair Manuals
Hackers are taking advantage of the recent CrowdStrike incident to trick people into downloading malware disguised as a fix. According to reports, a phishing...
Meta Removes 63,000 Instagram Accounts in Extortion Scam Crackdown
Meta recently announced that it has removed a staggering 63,000 Instagram accounts from Nigeria in an effort to crack down on sextortion scams. These...
Beware of Fake CrowdStrike Outage Scams: How to Stay Safe
The security firm CrowdStrike made a mistake with a software update that caused chaos for Windows computers. As the fallout continues, there is a...
Beware of Malware: Avoid this Fake Ad Blocker to Protect Your...
Imagine downloading an ad blocker to stop annoying advertisements, only to find out that it's actually infecting your device with more adware and stealing...
Protect Yourself Against Malvertising: Understanding the Dangers and Defense
Imagine you are surfing the internet and suddenly your computer slows down, pop-up windows start appearing, and your personal information is stolen. It may...
9 Common Phishing Scams to Avoid in 2024
Phishing scams are a serious threat in today's digital world. Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics to trick unsuspecting individuals into giving away sensitive...
Uncovering the Lucrative $11 Billion Crypto Scam Marketplace
Crypto scams, particularly the practice known as "pig butchering," have become a booming criminal industry, raking in billions of dollars annually. A recent investigation...
Don’t Fall for Fake Amazon Sites During Prime Day – Stay...
Amazon Prime Day is a highly anticipated event for shoppers looking for great deals. However, it's important to be cautious of fake websites that...
Apate: Conversational Bot by Macquarie University’s Cyber Security Hub in Australia
On July 7, 2024, Macquarie University's Cyber Security Hub in Australia unveiled their latest creation, Apate, a conversational bot designed to assist users with...
Potential Warranty Violations: FTC Warns Three PC Tech Companies
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission recently issued warnings to several technology companies regarding potential violations of federal law in their warranty or repair policies....
Twilio Security Breach Exposes Authy Users to Text Messaging Scams
If you are one of the 33 million users of Authy, it is crucial that you update your app immediately. Twilio, the company that...
Uncovering the Amazon Triangle Scam: How It Operates and Steps to...
Triangulation fraud is a sneaky scam that can catch unsuspecting online shoppers off guard. It involves a scammer creating a fake listing for a...
Beware of Fake Elon Musk Crypto Giveaway Scams on YouTube Live
A YouTube Live broadcast that lasted for five hours today showcased a deepfake version of Elon Musk promoting a cryptocurrency scam. This is just...
Elon Musk Deepfakes Crypto Giveaway Scams: The Morning After
This past weekend was filled with crypto scams, hacks, and deepfake chaos that left many people at a loss. The troubles began when someone...
Meta Faces Criticism for AI Spam and Scams, Safety Concerns Rise...
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is facing criticism for its artificial intelligence (AI) spam and scams, which have raised safety concerns among users. The...