New Phishing Scam Uses Fake Instagram Chatbot to Hijack Accounts
New phishing scam targets Instagram business accounts using fake chatbots and support emails, tricking users into handing over login credentials.
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Scammers cash in on tax season
AI-powered phishing emails, deepfake phone calls, and fake tax prep websites are making tax scams more convincing and costly than ever, according to McAfee. Cybercriminals are pulling out all the stops to trick Americans out of their hard-earned money,…
Fake DeepSeek AI Installers, Websites, and Apps Spreading Malware
Cybercriminals exploit AI hype with SEO poisoning, tricking users into downloading malware disguised as DeepSeek software, warns McAfee Labs in a new report.
QR Code Phishing (Quishing) Attacks: How to Spot & Prevent Them
The Rising Threat of QR Code-Driven Phishing Schemes A new kind of cyberattack has emerged in recent years as a result of QR codes’ popularity as a quick and easy way to share information. Businesses are increasingly at risk from quishing, also known as QR code phishing. Phishing emails contain QR codes that hackers use […]
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Scammers Pose as Cl0p Ransomware to Send Fake Extortion Letters
Scammers are sending fake extortion and ransom demands while posing as ransomware gangs, including the notorious Cl0p ransomware.…
Cybersecurity in Crypto: Best Practices to Prevent Theft and Fraud
Cybersecurity tips to protect your cryptocurrency from hackers, scams, and fraud. Learn best practices for securing digital assets…
New Microsoft 365 Phishing Scam Tricks Users Into Calling Fake Support
New Microsoft 365 phishing scam exploits fake support numbers to steal credentials. Learn how attackers bypass security and how to stay protected.
‘Same way we investigated the Bidens!’ Republican vows criminal probe of Dem fundraiser
Rep. James Comer (R-KY), the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, is vowing to file criminal charges against Democratic fundraising machine ActBlue over fraud allegations.
Comer appeared with right-wing podcaster Benny Johnson, who posted to…
Fraud Losses Reached $12.5 Billion in 2024: FTC
FTC says reported losses to fraud exceeded $12.5 billion in 2024, with $5.7 billion lost to investment scams.
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Fake Binance Wallet Email Promises TRUMP Coin, Installs Malware
Scammers use fake Binance wallet emails to lure users with TRUMP Coin, but instead, they install malware that grants hackers full control over victims’ devices.