Scams stories - Page 11
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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dlp
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cybersecurity
Group-IB has uncovered a worldwide scam campaign targeting users in more than 90 countries all around the world.
Scams leave nasty bite & Australians $33m out of pocket in November
Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Investment scams accounted for 65% of the $33m stolen by scammers from Australians in November, according to Proofpoint and Scamwatch.
How to ensure your business isn't scammed this Christmas
Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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saas
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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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malware
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ransomware
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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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phishing
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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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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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cybersecurity
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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.
COVID-19: Proof of vaccination phishing scam hits the web
Tue, 26th Oct 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phishing attacks exploiting COVID-19 vaccine certificates are on the rise, with scammers impersonating national health services.
Crypto romance scam targeting iPhone users raking in millions
Mon, 18th Oct 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Crypto romance scam targeting iPhone users rakes in millions. Scammers expand reach to US and Europe, warns Sophos. #Cryptocurrency #Scam #Cybersecurity.
Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?
Mon, 27th Sep 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.
DDoS attacks plateau in second quarter - Kaspersky
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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uc
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ddos
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email security
DDoS attacks have decreased by 38.8% compared to Q2 2020, with China leading in SSH attacks but losing ground overall, says Kaspersky.
Ready, set, scam: Cybercriminals targeting Olympic Games fans
Wed, 28th Jul 2021
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cybercriminals are exploiting Olympic Games fans with online fraud schemes, including phishing pages and fake tickets, warns Kaspersky.
Tech support scams among top phishing attacks
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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ddos
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phishing
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email security
These scams are specifically designed to trick unsuspecting consumers to share personal information or engage in behaviour that puts their privacy at risk.
Online dating users doxed as personal data exposed
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
1 in 6 online daters have fallen victim to doxing, a new study finds. Personal data exposure on dating platforms remains a concern for users.
Tech support scams remain a global threat - Microsoft
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Tactics used by fraudsters to victimise users online have evolved over time, from pure cold calling to more sophisticated ploys.
Scam messages on the rise, organisations must take action
Fri, 2nd Jul 2021
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email security
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iam
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cybersecurity
More than half of consumers lose trust in organisations after receiving scam messages, according to a global study from Callsign.
Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.