Scams stories - Page 7
WhatsApp and QR codes the next scam threat - report
Thu, 26th May 2022
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KnowBe4 has warned it expects to see an increase in QR Codes and the WhatsApp chat platform being used for phishing and other scams.
Sift shares digital trust and safety secrets in new report
Thu, 21st Apr 2022
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Payment fraud attempts have risen by 23% in the past year, according to a report by Sift. Businesses are advised to be proactive in preventing attacks.
APAC orgs underprepared for cyber risks, study finds
Thu, 24th Mar 2022
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New research has found that IT decision-makers are complacent about risks to the business from phishing and business email compromise, also known as CEO fraud.
5 online scam red flags - signs you're dealing with scammers
Mon, 21st Mar 2022
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email security
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No matter who the victim is or how sophisticated the scheme may be, there is always a way to sniff out fraud before it's too late.
Shouldering the responsibility of payment security
Fri, 18th Mar 2022
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edutech
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email security
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cybersecurity
Digital payments have become second nature for shoppers, but scammers are taking advantage. How can the industry fight back?.
Crypto scam targets dating app users on iPhone and Android
Fri, 18th Mar 2022
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network security
A new international cryptocurrency trading scam called CryptoRom targets iPhone and Android users through popular dating apps.
Cybercriminals laundered $8.6 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2021 - report
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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Chainalysis is releasing its latest money laundering report analysing money laundering activity from the previous year.
Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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edutech
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crypto
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blockchain
Scammers are altering smart contracts to create fraudulent tokens and stealing money from unsuspecting individuals, warns Check Point Research.
Older people targeted by ransomware while young adults fall for TikTok scams
Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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email security
New research by Avast shows that different generations in New Zealand are targeted by different online threats based on their primary device.
DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals
Wed, 19th Jan 2022
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email security
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cybersecurity
DHL is the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Software's 2021 Q4 Brand Phishing Report.
YouTube Shorts a haven for scammers using stolen TikTok videos
Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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youtube
Scammers are stealing TikTok videos and reposting them on YouTube Shorts to gain views and subscribers, according to new research from Tenable.
Cloudflare Radar releases surprising internet traffic and security statistics in 2021 review
Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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gaming
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email security
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digital entertainment
Cybersecurity company Cloudflare Radar releases its 2021 year in review, showing increased internet traffic and cyberattacks in Australia and globally.
Scammers inventing new targeted tools to amplify fraud schemes
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
Group-IB has uncovered a worldwide scam campaign targeting users in more than 90 countries all around the world.
How to ensure your business isn't scammed this Christmas
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
Australian and New Zealand businesses face increased risk of fraud this festive season due to distractions and increased activity, warns SAP Concur.
Cyber threats escalating as alliances between threat actors grow
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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email security
Cyber threats are escalating as alliances between threat actors grow, according to cybersecurity firm Group-IB.
The most wonderful time of the year - for cybercriminals
Fri, 26th Nov 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
'Tis the season for cyber scams as online shopping peaks, but vigilance and email scrutiny can keep the grinches at bay, warns cybersecurity expert.
'Bait attacks' become go-to method for cyber criminals
Thu, 11th Nov 2021
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Over a third of global businesses are at risk of being targeted by a 'bait attack' within a month, warns Barracuda Networks.
Scammers using Google Ads to steal $500k of cryptocurrency
Mon, 8th Nov 2021
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crypto
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blockchain
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phishing
Scammers are using Google Ads to steal cryptocurrency, with over $500k worth stolen in just a few days, according to Check Point Research.
Global SMS scam uncovered on Google Play Store, promoted on Tik Tok and Instagram
Tue, 2nd Nov 2021
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email security
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google
Over 150 scam apps that trick users into costly subscriptions have been discovered by Avast, including ones on the Google Play Store.
Tech support scams are the number 1 phishing threat - report
Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Tech support scams are the top phishing threat to consumers, according to a report by NortonLifeLock's global research team.