Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2023

A particularly nasty slice of phishing, scamming, and social engineering is responsible for DoorDash drivers losing a group total of around $950k. A 21 year old man named David Smith, from Connecticut, allegedly figured out a way to extract large quantities of cash from drivers with a scam stretching back to 2020.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2020

The increasing number of news articles circulating on the internet in the wake of COVID-19 has resulted in the rise of Phishing attacks which feed on people’s fears. Phishing emails have been driven up to 600% since the end of February as cybercriminals capitalize on people’s fears. How Phishing Attack Works?

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 7, 2020

Here are some examples of what's been observed in the past few days: Doubling of email phishing attempts. Here's another article that makes basically the same points I did: But the rapid shift to remote working will inevitably create or exacerbate gaps in security. That's a big problem because the security issues are not going away.

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ZoneAlarm

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Phishing scams have evolved dramatically over the years, using increasingly sophisticated tactics to exploit individuals and businesses. One of the more recent examples is the FedEx phishing scam, where cybercriminals impersonate the global courier company to deceive users into revealing sensitive information.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 13, 2021

There are many types of phishing attack nowadays, to the extent it can be tricky to keep up with them all. However, we often see folks mix up their spears and their whales, and even occasionally confuse them with regular phish attempts. What is a phishing attack? Think of this as the main umbrella term for all phishing attempts.

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SecureList

JUNE 10, 2024

This article examines methods that rely on social engineering, where attackers manipulate the victim into giving away the OTP, and tools that they use to automate the manipulations: so-called OTP bots and administration panels to control phishing kits. Phishing is typically how they get the most up-to-date credentials.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 16, 2022

In fact, each year we see new versions of tax scams abounding. What are some of these scams we have seen, and how can we identify such schemes? In this article we will break down some tricks of the scammers’ trade and learn to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Signs of a Scam. How to Respond to the Scam.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 12, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 2, 2021

These criminals have used phishing, spoofing, extortion and various types of Internet-enabled fraud to target the most vulnerable in our society – medical workers searching for personal protective equipment, families looking for information about stimulus checks to help pay bills and many others. Phishing Scams.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 20, 2023

Tax Season Scams: How to Protect Your Identity IdentityIQ While it’s important to be on high alert and protect your identity all year long, tax season is an especially vulnerable time. Every tax season, identity thieves run a variety of scams to get their hands on taxpayers’ personal information. It’s probably a scam.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2024

Cybersecurity researchers at Menlo Security have recently uncovered phishing attacks leveraging Google Drawings and shortened links generated through WhatsApp. The post Phishing Attacks: Google Drawings And WhatsApp Scam Alert appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 28, 2021

I recall quite a lot of articles at the time predicting all manner of doom and gloom scenarios. An article from the time claims the “English language version” of the Olympics site was apparently compromised and redirected to some sort of loan company portal. Did the article typo the URL? As it turns out, things did not go awry.

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GlobalSign

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In this article, explore social media phishing, common social media phishing scams and how to protect yourself.

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Adam Levin

JULY 10, 2020

A recent article released by cybersecurity and antivirus firm Bitdefender shows that 8.4 Phishing scams skyrocketed as citizens self-isolated during the lockdown, and social-engineering schemes defrauded Internet users of millions.”. For comparison, that’s a 273% increase over the first two quarters of 2019 combined.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 5, 2021

Fraudsters aiming to steal login credentials from AOL users are sending phishing emails that threaten recipients with account closures unless they confirm their email addresses and passwords. The AOL phishing campaign was noticed on February 23, according to Bitdefender Antispam Lab. How to protect against phishing emails.

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Graham Cluley

JANUARY 12, 2023

That's a takeaway from a series of experiments undertaken using GPT-3 AI text-generating interfaces to create malicious messages designed to spear-phish, scam, harrass, and spread fake news. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 26, 2022

How Do You Avoid Tax Scams? Tax season is here, and it’s essential to watch out for common tax scams. The IRS reports that in the last nine years tax scams have cost victims more than $23 million. Here are two scams to be aware of and a few tips for how you can help avoid them. Phone Scams. Email Phishing Scams.

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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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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

What is Phishing? One of the most common techniques used to exploit web users is the phishing scam. This article will cover what phishing is, cybercriminals’ different approaches, and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim. What is Phishing? How Does Phishing Work? Spear Phishing.

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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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Identity IQ

JULY 22, 2022

How to Avoid Rideshare Scams While Traveling. You do not want to become a victim of a rideshare scam. You may not know what a rideshare scam is – many people do not recognize the risks involved. Yet, every day people face scams, including fraudulent charges, drivers who ask for extra cash, and even identity theft risks.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 15, 2021

The inevitability of taxes brings along another inevitability, tax-related scams. These three examples are just a sample of the scams attackers are using to target every one of us right now. There are scams for people who have already submitted their tax returns, and there are scams for people who have not. Keep informed.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Phishing attacks are nothing new, but scammers are getting savvier with their tactics. The Iranian hacker group TA453 has recently been using a technique that creates multiple personas to trick victims , deploying “social proof” to scam people into engaging in a thread. Spear phishing. Phishing via texting.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Roblox Scams: What Parents Need to Know IdentityIQ By now, you’ve more than likely heard the cheerful chatter of your child and their friends discussing Roblox and even been nagged on more than one occasion to buy them some Robux. What Is a Roblox Scam? A closer look at one of these scams showcases the cunning behind them.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 8, 2022

4 Ways to Avoid Payment App Scams. There are several scams that criminals can run to cheat payment app users out of their money or trick them into providing personal information. If you use payment apps, use these tips to help avoid scams. Avoid Phishing Scams. IdentityIQ. Don’t Pay for Goods or Services.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 27, 2021

The Microsoft 365 Defender Threat Intelligence Team posted an article stating that they have been tracking a widespread credential phishing campaign using open redirector links. By modifying the URL value to a malicious site, an attacker may successfully launch a phishing scam and steal user credentials.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Smart TV Scams: How to Avoid the Growing Threat IdentityIQ Smart TVs – such as Roku and Amazon Fire TV sticks with streaming services such as Netflix and YouTube TV – it seems like everyone has them these days. And in this case, it’s the possibility to be scammed right from your own couch. What are Smart TV Scams?

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Short-lived phishing sites often offered to see the premieres before the eagerly awaited movie or television show was scheduled to hit the screen. Thus, during the World Cup a brand-new scam appeared: it offered users to win a newly released iPhone 14 for predicting match outcomes.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

How to Avoid and Report Boss Scams. A boss scam is a phishing (email) or smishing (text messages) scam used by hackers. Hackers send fraudulent emails or texts in the boss scam, impersonating your boss or another executive. Here is more information on how to help avoid boss scams and where to report these scams.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

What Are Social Engineering Scams? Thanks, Your CEO This common scenario is just one example of the many ways scammers may attempt to trick you through social engineering scams. Phishing Phishing is a well-known technique where scammers use deceptive emails, text messages, or websites to appear as legitimate entities.

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The State of Security

JUNE 23, 2022

Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog. The UK's National Health Service has warned the public about a spate of fake messages, sent out as SMS text messages, fraudulently telling recipients that they have been exposed to the Omicron variant of COVID-19.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2023

Summary In the midst of significant layoffs hitting the previously immune tech industry, scammers have mobilized and doubled down on targeting job seekers with various employment scams. Fig 8 - Source code showing commented-out credit card validation element The malicious domain used in this scam - zscaler-finance-analyst-strategy[.]live,

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Hot for Security

MARCH 9, 2021

Cybercriminals are targeting Coinbase platform users with phishing campaings in an attempt to steal their account credentials and drain their cryptocurrency wallets, Bitdefender Antispam Lab has learned. According to our latest telemetry, the phishing campaign was noticed since mid-February, targeting over 25,000 users.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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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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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

This article delves deeper into the challenges faced by the oil and gas industry, highlighting practical strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure through cybersecurity, data analytics, and regulatory compliance. To ensure energy security and economic stability, protecting the infrastructure is essential.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

Cybercriminals have started taking advantage of Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) downfall to carrying out scams that can steal money, and bank account information, or infect customers’ systems with malware. To read this article in full, please click here

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