Identity theft is one of the most common and frustrating scams to fall victim to. Often, people who have their identities stolen have no idea they’ve been targeted by a crime until the damage is already done. Once someone’s identity has been stolen, it can affect them in many ways. …
Read MoreSometimes, criminals use advanced hacking techniques and cutting-edge technology to steal information from corporate server banks. Most of the time, though, they just send a phishing email and hope someone takes the bait. The vast majority of cybercriminals are pretty low-tech, it turns out. So, how can you spot phishing …
Read MoreIf you’re waiting for a package to come in the mail these days, you know it can take a long time for your order to arrive. Delays in the shipping industry have snarled supply lines and left customers frustrated with the glacial pace of shipping. Some scammers have taken this …
Read MoreThe popular payment app Zelle is very convenient for users who make lots of purchases among their peers and like to spend their money online. However, it’s also become extremely popular among scammers who like to use the platform as a way to trick people out of their hard-earned money. …
Read MoreAuthorities in the US say that email scams are the costliest internet crimes out there, despite the lack of attention they get compared to ransomware attacks and other cybercrimes. The most serious of these is business email compromise or BEC. BEC is a form of cybercrime where a scammer tricks …
Read MoreAuthorities are warning social media users about a new phishing scam on the popular image-centered site Instagram. The criminals initiate the scheme by contacting their victims via email, posing as Instagram support, and claiming the user has violated copyright laws. Read on to find out more about this insidious new …
Read MoreA bizarre new scam involving the names of recent Powerball winners is targeting unsuspecting victims all over the US. People have contacted the authorities after falling prey to a scheme where criminals pose as recent lottery winners. The scammers email their victims and offer a considerable amount of money. All …
Read MoreExperts warn of new social media scams targetting job seekers on sites like LinkedIn and Indeed. Scammers posing as genuine employers reach out to job-hunters and offer them positions at a new company. In reality, the scammer doesn’t have a job opportunity; instead, they’re trying to steal from an unsuspecting …
Read MoreAuthorities are warning online shoppers about a new scam that can steal personal information. The scheme is a twist on the “fake webpage” shopping scam that has defrauded many victims. The new plot involves scammers tricking victims with a fake streaming service sign-up page. Here’s what you need to know …
Read MorePolice warn shoppers about a new money app scam making the rounds before the holidays. Is your account safe? Today we’re going over tips for what you need to do to keep your account information secure. If you lose access to your account, you could lose hundreds of dollars! The …
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