Scams
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3.1KWould you take the bait? Take our phishing quiz to find out!
Is the message real or fake? Take our Phishing Derby quiz to find out how much you know about phishing.
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1.4KSIM swap scam: What it is and how to protect yourself
Here’s what to know about attacks where a fraudster has your number, literally and otherwise
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2.7KFed shares insight on how to combat synthetic identity fraud
The Federal Reserve looks at ways to counter what is thought to be the fastest-growing type of financial crime in the United...
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2.4KScam uses Elon Musk’s name to trick people out of US$2 million in bitcoin
The giveaway scheme uses the tech titan’s name as part of Bitcoin addresses for extra credibility
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3.4KSurvey shows rise in scam robocalls amid COVID‑19 fears
The unsolicited phone calls tout everything from miracle cures to financial relief – here's how you can stay safe
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167Scams to watch out for not just this Mother’s Day
As you rush to buy something for your mom, con artists will be trying to make a dent in your wallet. Here...
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3.8KSextortion scammers still shilling with stolen passwords
The email includes the potential victim’s password as evidence of a hack, but there is more than meets the eye
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2.1K4:15 p.m.: An urgent message from the CEO
What is CEO fraud, why is it so prevalent, and how can organizations recognize and defend themselves against these scams?
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331Fraud Prevention Month: How to protect yourself from scams
ESET Chief Security Evangelist Tony Anscombe sat down with us to share his insights on how to avoid falling prey to online...
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4.1KDid someone file your taxes before you?
With tax season – and tax scams – in full swing, here’s how fraudsters can steal your tax refund, and how you...
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3.2KPayPal remains the most‑spoofed brand in phishing scams
WhatsApp also emerges as a favorite target for brand impersonation amid a general spike in social media phishing
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1.4KHow romance scammers break your heart – and your bank account
What are some of the most common warning signs that your online crush could be a dating scammer?
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3.3KWould you get hooked by a phishing scam? Test yourself
As the tide of phishing attacks rises, improving your scam-spotting skills is never a bad idea
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3.5KDon’t get sacked! Scams to look out for this Super Bowl
As the teams prepare to battle it out on the gridiron, fraudsters are waiting to intercept your funds
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896Job hunting? Beware hiring scams using spoofed company websites
Cybercriminals are putting a new twist on an old trick
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1.5K5 major US wireless carriers vulnerable to SIM swapping attacks
When it comes to protection against this insidious type of scam, the telcos’ authentication procedures leave a lot be desired, a study...
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3.6KAmbitious scam wants far more than just PayPal logins
An ongoing phishing scam uncovered by ESET researchers seeks to wreak havoc on your money and digital life in one fell swoop
