Scams


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Scams, Social Media

Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware

Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware

Scams, Social Media

Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware

Here’s how cybercriminals go after YouTube channels and use them as conduits for fraud – and what you should watch out for when watching videos on the platform

Christian Ali Bravo01 Jul 2024


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The job hunter’s guide: Separating genuine offers from scams

The job hunter’s guide: Separating genuine offers from scams

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The job hunter’s guide: Separating genuine offers from scams

$90,000/year, full home office, and 30 days of paid leave for a junior data analyst – what's not to like? Except that these kinds of job offers are only intended to trick unsuspecting victims into giving up their data.

Márk Szabó06 Jun 2024


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Adding insult to injury: crypto recovery scams

Adding insult to injury: crypto recovery scams

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Adding insult to injury: crypto recovery scams

Once your crypto has been stolen, it is extremely difficult to get back – be wary of fake promises to retrieve your funds and learn how to avoid becoming a victim twice over

Phil Muncaster02 May 2024


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The many faces of impersonation fraud: Spot an imposter before it’s too late

The many faces of impersonation fraud: Spot an imposter before it’s too late

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The many faces of impersonation fraud: Spot an imposter before it’s too late

What are some of the most common giveaway signs that the person behind the screen or on the other end of the line isn’t who they claim to be?

Phil Muncaster18 Apr 2024


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Bitcoin scams, hacks and heists – and how to avoid them

Bitcoin scams, hacks and heists – and how to avoid them

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Bitcoin scams, hacks and heists – and how to avoid them

Here’s how cybercriminals target cryptocurrencies and how you can keep your bitcoin or other crypto safe

Phil Muncaster15 Apr 2024


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Borrower beware: Common loan scams and how to avoid them

Borrower beware: Common loan scams and how to avoid them

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Borrower beware: Common loan scams and how to avoid them

Personal loan scams prey on your financial vulnerability and might even trap you in a vicious circle of debt. Here’s how to avoid being scammed when considering a loan.

Phil Muncaster26 Mar 2024


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Top 10 scams targeting seniors – and how to keep your money safe

Top 10 scams targeting seniors – and how to keep your money safe

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Top 10 scams targeting seniors – and how to keep your money safe

The internet can be a wonderful place. But it’s also awash with fraudsters preying on people who are susceptible to fraud.

Phil Muncaster06 Mar 2024


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Could your Valentine be a scammer? How to avoid getting caught in a bad romance

Could your Valentine be a scammer? How to avoid getting caught in a bad romance

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Could your Valentine be a scammer? How to avoid getting caught in a bad romance

With Valentine’s Day almost upon us, here’s some timely advice on how to prevent scammers from stealing more than your heart

Imogen Byers05 Feb 2024


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Break the fake: The race is on to stop AI voice cloning scams

Break the fake: The race is on to stop AI voice cloning scams

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Break the fake: The race is on to stop AI voice cloning scams

As AI-powered voice cloning turbocharges imposter scams, we sit down with ESET’s Jake Moore to discuss how to hang up on ‘hi-fi’ scam calls – and what the future holds for deepfake detection

Cameron Camp23 Jan 2024