Knowledge is a powerful defense. Check out these trending scams Trending scams Tech support scams “They needed remote access to remove a virus from my device” How it works: Help protect yourself and your money No matter the reason given, be cautious about granting device access or downloading unfamiliar apps to fix issues with your […]
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Category: Cyber-Security
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Data Brokers Exposed
John Oliver dives into the invasive world of data brokers, who track and sell our personal information without regulation or consent. Key Points: Insights: What can you do about Data Brokers?
Google’s Dark Web Integration is becoming generally available
Google’s Dark Web Integration is becoming generally available and not require a Google One subscription per Google’s article. What does this mean? It means you no longer have to pay for a subscription to access this tool. Below is the text specific to the dark web integration. Dark web report will become available to all […]
Is Windows AI spying on you? New Recall feature does!
Microsoft’s latest AI-enabled computers feature a new version of Windows with an innovative tool called “Recall“, designed to remember everything you do on your PC. New Recall feature is an available upcoming feature. New Recall feature aims to simplify the process of finding webpages, documents, or presentations by recording snapshots of your screen throughout the […]
Imposter Microsoft Websites, Pig Butchering Scams, and extorting money
Imposter Microsoft websites and pig butchering scams continue to be on the rise. These criminals’ goal is to either have you click or call them with the ultimate goal of extorting money from you. Do not fall for these and don’t be the victim. Normally, these pop-ups will take up the entire screen and began […]
AnyDesk Breach – Hackers breached their production servers
The company reports having 170,000 customers, including 7-Eleven, Comcast, Samsung, MIT, NVIDIA, SIEMENS, and the United Nations. Per AnyDesk Incident Response notice: Following our public statement on 2 February 2024 about a cyber incident at AnyDesk https://anydesk.com/en/public-statement-2-2-2024, we can assure you that we immediately took all necessary steps to investigate and mitigate the incident and […]
Microsoft Breach of employee accounts from November 2023 through January 2024
Microsoft Breach of employee accounts from November 2023 through January 2024. The threat actor accessed key employee accounts for 3 months. It was detected on January 12, 2024, and reported to the SEC (Security and Exchange Commission) on Form 8-K on January 17, 2024. The threat actor was in key employee accounts from November 2023 […]
Staying Safe from Phishing Scams: Your Ultimate Guide
Staying Safe from Phishing Scams: Your Ultimate Guide. What is phishing? This guide will take you through an introduction to what phishing is and how to protect yourself. Introduction In today’s digital age, where technology plays an integral role in our lives, the threat of phishing scams looms larger than ever. Phishing scams are deceptive […]
MGM Cyber-Attack
MGM Cyber-Attack was devised by hackers used a technique called “Social Engineering” and within 10-minutes gained access to this $33.9 Billion dollar business. This data breach at MGM could have been avoided. Cyberattack compromises computer systems at MGM casinos, resorts A cyberattack by hackers on the computer systems for MGM Resorts International has impacted its […]
HTTPS and Why it Matters for Your Business
Why does HTTPS matter for you or your business? In today’s digital age, the security of your business’s online presence is of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of online security is the use of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure), which encrypts the data transmitted between your website and its visitors. HTTPS is not just a […]
Cyber scammers target parents, grandparents for digital theft
Cyber scammers target parents, grandparents for digital theft. Losses from digital theft have doubled over the past two years, according to the FBI. Sharyn Alfonsi shows how cyber scammers are using AI, apps and social engineering to target seniors. Be aware of any demands from anyone with time sensitive demand for money. The Rising Tide […]
Common Scam Types
Common Scam Types will prepare you and heighten your awareness of these types of scams. Payment Scams Exercise caution if you encounter situations where you’re pressured to make a purchase in exchange for compensation, or if someone offers to handle a payment on your behalf or provides bank account details for payment purposes. If an […]
Gift Card Scams
Gift cards are always a GIFT, never a form of payment! Gift card scams can cause significant repercussions for individuals, businesses, and the overall economy. With the global market for gift cards reaching a staggering value of $899.3 billion in 2022, it has become an immensely profitable target for scammers. Those who fall victim to […]
GoDaddy Breach
In recent news, GoDaddy, a leading web hosting company, revealed that a GoDaddy breach spanning multiple years had resulted in the theft of company source code, customer and employee login credentials, and the placement of malware on customer websites. While media outlets have understandably focused on the admission that GoDaddy was targeted by the same […]
Configuration Errors Blamed for 80% of Ransomware
The vast majority (80%) of ransomware attacks can be traced back to common configuration errors in software and devices, according to Microsoft. The tech giant’s latest Cyber Signals report focuses on the ransomware as a service (RaaS) model, which it claims has democratized the ability to launch attacks to groups “without sophistication or advanced skills.’” […]
Protect Yourself from Text and Email Scams
SMISHING is on the rise Sending emails and texts that impersonate businesses and financial institutions is a common method used by scammers to obtain your personal information and commit identity fraud. SMS Phishing, also known as “Smishing”, is a method that uses fraudulent text messages that ask you to click on a malicious link or […]
Plex Breach
Breaking News Received this notice from Plex today stating there was a breach on 08/24/2022. The gist of the situation is login, perform a password reset, and confirm you have MFA (multi-factor authentication) setup and enabled. Dear Plex User, We want you to be aware of an incident involving your Plex account information yesterday. While […]
Don’t plug in that free Microsoft Office USB drive you got in the mail
In a recent PC World article, some people are receiving what looks like a full retail copy of Microsoft Office in the mail. They never ordered it. NEVER PLUG IN RANDOM USB DRIVES They are finding themselves with an infected computer. The scam is attempting people to plug in the USB drive. Once inserted into […]
Zelle Scams
We have recently seen digital money movement fraud on the rise. A scammer can contact you requesting payment through a Wire Transfer or transfer via Zelle® –these methods allow money to be sent quickly, and the funds are often hard to trace and recover. You should never wire money or send money using Zelle® to: […]
Stay vigilant to protect your personal accounts
Let’s fight fraud together. Follow these simple steps to protect yourself Here are some ways to protect yourself from fraud occurring daily. Protect yourself. Protect your information. Protect your money. If you get a suspicious call, email, or text, don’t disclose any personal information until you verify it’s from a legitimate source. If you have […]