Tag: scam
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Google Chrome uses AI to analyze pages in new scam detection feature
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in SecurityNewsGoogle is using artificial intelligence to power a new Chrome scam protection feature that analyzes brands and the intent of pages as you browse the web. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-chrome-uses-ai-to-analyze-pages-in-new-scam-detection-feature/
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Google says new scam protection feature in Chrome uses AI
Google is planning to use “AI” in Chrome to detect scams when you browse random web pages. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-says-new-scam-protection-feature-in-chrome-uses-ai/
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Protecting Your Heart and Wallet: A Guide to Safe Charitable Giving
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in SecurityNewsThe holiday season brings out the best in people, with many feeling inspired to support worthy causes. Unfortunately, it also attracts scammers who prey on this generosity. Here’s how to ensure your donations reach legitimate charities while protecting your personal and financial information. Verify Before You Give Before opening your wallet, take these essential steps……
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AI-Powered Phishing: Defending Against the Next Generation of Cyber Threats
AI isn’t just transforming businesses, but also changing the way cyber criminals operate. One of those ways is more convincingAI-powered scams, whether delivered via: Phishing messages are becoming indistinguishable from the real thing. These types of attacks are also exploding in volume. This presents new challenges to organizations. How can they train their staff to…
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Google Calendar Phishing Scam Targets Users with Malicious Invites
Protect yourself from sophisticated phishing attacks that leverage Google Calendar to steal your personal information. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/google-calendar-phishing-scam-users-malicious-invites/
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Biggest Crypto Scam Tactics in 2024 and How to Avoid Them
Stay alert to crypto scams with our guide to 2024’s top threats, including phishing, malware, Ponzi schemes, and… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/biggest-crypto-scam-tactics-in-2024-avoid-them/
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Ongoing phishing attack abuses Google Calendar to bypass spam filters
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in SecurityNewsAn ongoing phishing scam is abusing Google Calendar invites and Google Drawings pages to steal credentials while bypassing spam filters. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ongoing-phishing-attack-abuses-google-calendar-to-bypass-spam-filters/
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Interpol replaces dehumanizing “Pig Butchering” term with “Romance Baiting”
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in SecurityNewsInterpol calls on the cybersecurity community, law enforcement, and the media to stop using the term “Pig Butchering” when referring to online relationship and investment scams, as it unnecessarily shames the victims impacted by these fraud campaigns. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/interpol-replaces-dehumanizing-pig-butchering-term-with-romance-baiting/
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It’s time to stop calling it >>pig butchering<<
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Tags: scamOnline romance and investment scams are painful enough without its victims being described as “pigs.” First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-gb/blog/hotforsecurity/its-time-to-stop-calling-it-pig-butchering
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INTERPOL Urges to End ‘Pig Butchering’ Replaces With >>Romance Baiting<<
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in SecurityNewsINTERPOL has called for the term >>romance baiting>pig butchering,>Romance Baiting
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Nigeria Cracks Down on Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud and Romance Scams
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in SecurityNewsThe suspects were apprehended in a surprise operation at their hideout in Lagos following intelligence received by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/nigeria-cracks-down-cryptocurrency/
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INTERPOL Pushes for “Romance Baiting” to Replace “Pig Butchering” in Scam Discourse
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in SecurityNewsINTERPOL is calling for a linguistic shift that aims to put to an end to the term “pig butchering,” instead advocating for the use of “romance baiting” to refer to online scams where victims are duped into investing in bogus cryptocurrency schemes under the pretext of a romantic relationship.”The term ‘pig butchering’ dehumanizes and shames…
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Stop Calling Online Scams ‘Pig Butchering,’ Interpol Warns
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in SecurityNewsExperts say the catchall term for online fraud furthers harm against victims and could dissuade people from reporting attempts to bilk them out of their money. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/interpol-pig-butchering-scams-rename/
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Easy Money Online? FTC Warns of Exploding >>Task Scam<< Threat
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in SecurityNewsA new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report reveals a dramatic rise in online job scams targeting consumers with promises of easy earnings for completing simple tasks. These >>task scams
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Malware Hidden in Fake Business Proposals Hits YouTube Creators
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in SecurityNewsCybercriminals are targeting YouTube creators with sophisticated phishing attacks disguised as brand collaborations. Learn how to identify these scams, protect your data, and safeguard your online presence First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/malware-fake-business-proposals-hits-youtube-creators/
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New Investment Scam Leverages AI, Social Media Ads to Target Victims Worldwide
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in SecurityNewsCybersecurity researchers are calling attention to a new kind of investment scam that leverages a combination of social media malvertising, company-branded posts, and artificial intelligence (AI) powered video testimonials featuring famous personalities, ultimately leading to financial and data loss.”The main goal of the fraudsters is to lead victims to phishing websites and forms that harvest…
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North Korea’s fake IT worker scam hauled in at least $88M over six years
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in SecurityNewsDoJ thinks it’s found the folks that ran it, and some of the ‘IT warriors’ sent out to fleece employers First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/12/13/doj_dpkr_fake_tech_worker_indictment/
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FTC warns of online task job scams hooking victims like gambling
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in SecurityNewsThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns about a significant rise in gambling-like online job scams, known as “task scams,” that draw people into earning cash through repetitive tasks, with the promises of earning more if they deposit their own money. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ftc-warns-of-online-task-job-scams-hooking-victims-like-gambling/
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North Korea’s fake IT worker scam hauled in at least $88 million over six years
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in SecurityNewsDoJ thinks it’s found the folks that ran it, and some of the ‘IT warriors’ sent out to fleece employers First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2024/12/13/doj_dpkr_fake_tech_worker_indictment/
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Mass Breaches in the Age of AI
Targeted Scams & What to do About Them Chris Clements, VP of Solutions Architecture Companies that have suffered massive data breaches are quick to downplay the risks, but they’re ignoring the elephant in the room: the sheer volume of personal information that’s been exposed. Nothing to See Here, Folks! The age-old refrain of “don’t worry,……
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Crypto Roundup: Crypto Pros Targeted with Fake Meeting Apps
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in SecurityNewsAlso, Australian Fines Kraken AU$8 million Over Breaches. This week, scammers targeted crypto workers with fake meeting apps, Australia fined Kraken crypto exchange operator Bit Trade and a Los Angeles federal court ordered five individuals to pay $5 million. Polish police detained a Russian former exchange operator and FTX debtors clawed back more cash. First…
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US Indicts 14 North Koreans in IT Scam Funding WMD Programs
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in SecurityNewsDOJ Indicts North Korean IT Workers for Using Remote Jobs to Fund Weapons Programs. U.S. federal prosecutors indicted 14 North Koreans for a long-running IT scam generating $88 million by exploiting remote work with U.S. firms, a scheme prosecutors say is tied to DPRK-controlled companies that fund weapons programs through stolen identities, data theft and…
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Charity Scams During the Holidays: How to Verify Legitimate Charities
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in SecurityNewsThe holiday season is a time of giving and generosity, but it’s also a prime time for scammers to take advantage of people’s goodwill. According to the FBI, charity scams increase significantly during the holidays as criminals look to exploit those who wish to donate to a good cause. Here’s how you can verify the……
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Spain busts voice phishing ring for defrauding 10,000 bank customers
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in SecurityNewsThe Spanish police, working with colleagues in Peru, conducted a simultaneous crackdown on a large-scale voice phishing (vishing) scam ring in the two countries, arresting 83 individuals. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/spain-busts-voice-phishing-ring-for-defrauding-10-000-bank-customers/
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Notorious Nigerian cybercriminal tied to BEC scams extradited to U.S.
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in SecurityNewsAbiola Kayode, a 37-year-old Nigerian national, has been extradited from Ghana to the United States to face charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Kayode, who was on the FBI’s Most Wanted cybercriminal list, is charged with participating in a business email compromise (BEC) scheme and romance fraud from January 2015 to September 2016, defrauding…
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Scammers Exploit Fake Domains in Dubai Police Phishing Scams
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in SecurityNewsBforeAI has discovered a surge in phishing attacks targeting the Dubai Police, a government-run entity. Learn how cybercriminals are exploiting the Dubai Police name to steal personal information and money. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/scammers-fake-domains-dubai-police-phishing-scams/
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Why gift card scams are getting trickier to spot
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Tags: scamFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/perspective/why-gift-card-scams-are-getting-trickier-to-spot
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Scam Kit Maker Rebuilding Business After Telegram Channel Shut Down
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in SecurityNewsSpartanWarrioz, whose prolific phishing kit business took a hit when the group’s Telegram channel was shut down in November, is rebounding quickly, creating a new channel and courting former subscribers as it rebuilds its operations, Forta researchers say. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/12/scam-kit-maker-rebuilding-business-after-telegram-channel-shut-down/