Who Do Romance Scammers Target?
Romance fraud is one of the most sophisticated cybercrimes affecting people online. Every year, thousands of people are exploited through their desire for human connection.
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Phone Call Scam Alert!
Hackers faking your voice to call your mom? That’s a new low... What’s the wildest scam call you’ve ever gotten? Comment below.
Text Scams
No matter what I do, all I think about is you... but these text scams? Leave them on red! From fake deliveries to bank alerts, here's what to ignore and block. Don't let scammers slide into your DMs!
Avoiding Cyber Scams
In honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re focusing on ways to avoid cyber scams. It may sound simple, but it isn’t, especially since cybercriminals are getting more and more clever in their methods. Scams can come in many forms, from fake emails to fraudulent websites, and they can be hard to spot if you’re not careful.
Report: Deepfake Attacks Have Targeted Nearly Two-Thirds of Organizations
A survey by Gartner found that 62% of organizations have been hit by a deepfake attack in the past twelve months, Infosecurity Magazine reports. Akif Khan, senior director at Gartner Research, told Infosecurity Magazine that deepfakes are currently being used in social engineering attacks to impersonate executives and trick employees into transferring money. “That’s trickier because social engineering is a perpetually reliable thing for attackers to use,” Khan said.
Got a text about an Amazon refund? It might be a scam
Amazon refund text scams are on the rise. Learn how to spot the scam and keep your info safe. You get a text saying you’re owed an Amazon refund. Sweet, right? Not so fast. If it’s the Amazon refund text scam, that sweet deal could cost you more than you think. Here’s how to protect your devices with Avast Free Antivirus. Amazon refund text scams have garnered quite a lot of attention recently.
Faked Out: How a Fraud IRS Website Fueled a Sophisticated Remote Access Campaign
The BlueVoyant Security Operations Team (SOC) and Threat Fusion Cell (TFC) researchers recently analyzed a sophisticated phishing incident where a user was lured into visiting a fake IRS website to verify a “tax refund”. The scheme was initiated via a phishing email, leading the user to the fraudulent site.
Watch Out For QR Codes!
QR codes are everywhere… but some come with a hidden price. Hackers love using them as shortcuts to steal your data. Stay vigilant! Not every scan is worth it!
Making Money Online: Legitimate Ways Via Surveys & Side Hustles
Most people can now make money online, which gives people from all walks of life a lot of freedom and makes it easy to get started. There are many "rich fast" plans on the Internet, but there are also many legal and simple ways to create a stable income, such as taking online polls and doing different page jobs. Although these tips will not make you luck overnight, they are useful ways to make extra money, pay off loans, or save a specific goal, ranging from the comfort of home.
Spotting "Instant Loan" Phishing and Taking Campaigns Down
While instant loans promise quick cash for emergencies, they also come with risks of scams. Phishing campaigns, deceptive emails, and fake apps target users who need fast financial solutions, steal data, or demand fees. The latest FTC report shows $12.5 billion in fraud losses across all categories in 2024, with loan scams being a rising threat. By knowing red flags in loan-bait emails, you can stop phishing campaigns and protect your personal or business information and finances. Let's find out how to identify a fake loan app, loan offer, or phishing email.