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 Threats
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Zero-Click Spyware
There have been many spyware vulnerabilities for mobile devices such as iPhones and Android. This Reuters Article details the account of how a Saudi woman’s iPhone revealed the details of a spyware network. The spyware she was infected was a Zero Click. The type of spyware Citizen Lab discovered on al-Hathloul’s iPhone is known as […]
Hikvision Critical Vulnerability
‘Highest Level of Critical Vulnerability’ Found in Certain Hikvision Products A cybersecurity researcher discovered that a vulnerability in Hikvision firmware allowed for potential attackers to gain full control of devices without a username or password. In addition to the IP camera being compromised, internal networks are also vulnerable.
Internet Spoofed Site Scam
Internet scams are on the rise, but that does not mean you need to be a victim. Social engineering scams have existed throughout history. Social engineering is a practice of deceiving people to obtain valuable information and/or money. The FBI says it is seeing a record spike in internet scams — with 800,000 reports in 2020 alone. Now, the scams are getting much more complicated, with victims stating they never saw […]
FBI, CISA Warn US Firms of State-Mandated Tax Malware
Organizations doing business in China have been warned that official looking software mandated for download by domestic banks may actually contain backdoor malware.
TikTok and 53 other apps spy on iPhone clipboards
In March, researchers Talal Haj Bakry and Tommy Mysk revealed that Android and iOS apps – including the mind-bogglingly popular, China-owned, video-sharing/often in privacy hot water TikTok – could silently, automatically read anything you copy into your mobile device’s clipboard. Click here to read more.