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FBI Issues Warning About Pervasive Scam Spreading Across US
The ’smishing' involves criminals sending text messages with fake notices about upaid toll bills to collect sensitive data.
‘Helpful’ Scammers Offer to Open Online Tax Accounts
The IRS is warning about schemes to steal personal information via phone calls, texts, and emails as the April 15 filing deadline approaches.
Bargain, Love Hunters Fleeced for Millions of Dollars
The greatest amount of money was lost by people seeking high investment returns or looking for love online.
Matthew Perry’s X Account Targeted by Hackers Trying to Solicit Crypto Donations on Fake Website
The post was reportedly pinned to the late actor’s X profile. It is unclear if any money was stolen.
How to Avoid Getting Hooked by a Festive Season Phishing Scam
Email phishing attacks are especially popular over the festive season, partly because there’s an increase in email marketing and special offers linked to the holidays.
Don’t Get Grinched by Cybercrime During the Holiday Season
Online fraud spikes during the holiday shopping season, as people searching for the perfect gifts take to cyberspace and head to traditional stores armed with their smartphones.
Nothing is Certain Except for Death, Taxes and Cyberattacks
eBay recently asked 145 million users to change their passwords after admitting that they had been victims of a massive cyber-attack.
