Tag: fraud
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Betrug bei ADAC-Kreditkarten: Datenabfluss bei Solaris Bank?
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in SecurityNewsKurze Information zu einem Problem, auf das mich ein Blog-Leser hinwies. Einem Nutzer sind über eine ADAC-Kreditkarte (inzwischen von der Solaris-Bank geführt) unberechtigt Beträge von Zalando abgebucht worden. Der Vorgang legt den Verdacht nahe, dass jemand genau die Limits des … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/05/10/datenabfluss-bei-adac-solaris-bank/
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So soll euch der Google-Browser künftig vor Online-Betrug schützen
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/google-chrome-ki-online-betrug-1686457/
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VC behemoth Insight Partners fears top-secret financial info swiped by cyber-miscreants
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in SecurityNewsWeapons-grade fuel for fraud First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/05/09/insight_partners_hack/
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Frank Abagnale: Fraud is 4,000x Easier Now Quantum AI as Solution?
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in SecurityNewsWith the rise of generative AI tools, fraudsters can now scam victims out of millions in mere seconds, prompting renewed urgency among cybersecurity experts to fight back with emerging technologies like quantum AI. At the SAS Innovate conference this week, renowned former con artist Frank Abagnale, the inspiration behind the film >>Catch Me If You…
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Most cyber insurance claims stem from BEC, fraud, report says
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in SecurityNewsFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/most-cyber-insurance-claims-stem-from-bec-fraud-report-says
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Malwarebytes Launches Partner Program to Fight Fraud
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Tags: fraudFirst seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/malwarebytes-launches-partner-program-to-fight-fraud
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Email-Based Attacks Top Cyber-Insurance Claims
Cyber-insurance carrier Coalition said business email compromise and funds transfer fraud accounted for 60% of claims in 2024. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/email-based-attacks-cyber-insurance-claims
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Rethinking Executive Security in the Age of Human Risk
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in SecurityNewsNisos Rethinking Executive Security in the Age of Human Risk Employment fraud is no longer just an HR issue – it’s an enterprise-wide risk that threatens financial stability, regulatory compliance, and corporate reputation… First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/rethinking-executive-security-in-the-age-of-human-risk/
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Researchers Turn the Tables: Scamming the Scammers in Telegram’s PigButchering Scheme
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in SecurityNewsCybersecurity specialists have devised an innovative approach to combat an emerging cybercrime called >>PigButchering
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Digital welfare fraud: ALTSRUS syndicate exploits the financially vulnerable
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in SecurityNewsA new report from bot defense firm Kasada has exposed the growing threat of ALTSRUS, a fraud syndicate targeting some of the most vulnerable corners of the digital economy. … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/07/altsrus-digital-welfare-fraud/
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The Rise of AI-Powered Bots in Payment Fraud How FinTechs Can Protect Themselves
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in SecurityNewsDiscover how fintechs are using AI-driven protection to stop payment fraud and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/the-rise-of-ai-powered-bots-in-payment-fraud-how-fintechs-can-protect-themselves/
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Popular Instagram Blogger’s Account Hacked to Phish Users and Steal Banking Credentials
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in SecurityNewsA high-profile Russian Instagram blogger recently fell victim to a sophisticated cyberattack, where scammers hijacked her account to orchestrate a fake $125,000 cash giveaway. The attackers employed advanced techniques, including AI-generated deepfake videos and meticulously crafted phishing campaigns, to deceive followers into surrendering sensitive banking information. This incident highlights the growing threat of cyber fraud…
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Myanmar militia leader sanctioned by US over cyber scam connections
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in SecurityNewsThe U.S. government sanctioned the Karen National Army, a militia group, and Saw Chit Thu, its leader, for their purported connections to the cyber fraud industry in Myanmar. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/myanmar-militia-leader-us-sanctions-cyber-scam-industry
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Social Media ein Ort, wo schöne Bilder, Selbstmarketing und Cyberkriminelle aufeinandertreffen
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in SecurityNewsSocial Media gehört für viele Menschen zum Alltag das Status-Update oder das Teilen von Fotos, Videos, Neuigkeiten oder Meinungen ist ein tägliches ToDo. Doch: Social-Media-Plattformen sind heute auch eine der Hauptstätten für Betrug und Cyberkriminalität. Betrüger nutzen die Plattformalgorithmen, künstliche Intelligenz und personalisierte Interaktionen. Das Resultat: Angriffe können schneller und effektiver als je zuvor… First…
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Why Many Fraud Victims Don’t Report Attacks
ITRC’s James Lee on Shame, Fatigue and Precision Targeting. Many fraud victims stay silent due to shame, fatigue or fear. James Lee, president of the Identity Theft Resource Center, explains why underreporting is rising and how better data sharing could help reduce the impact of identity-driven cyberattacks. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/many-fraud-victims-dont-report-attacks-a-28228
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Recent DoJ settlements suggest Biden cyber-fraud initiative still active
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in SecurityNewsThe Justice Department under Trump has now settled two cases that bear the hallmarks of a Biden-era cyber enforcement initiative. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/biden-cyber-fraud-initiative-still-active/747012/
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Cryptohack Roundup: KiloEX Offers Compensation
Also, Nike Sued Over Shutdown of NFT Subsidiary. This week, KiloEX compensation after Oracle exploit, Nike sued over NFT shutdown, SEC dropped probe into PayPal PYUSD, Long Island man sentenced for crypto fraud, Americans lost billions to crypto scams, Loopscale exploiter agreed to return stolen funds and bank regulators softened stance on crypto. First seen…
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Chris Krebs loses Global Entry membership amid Trump feud
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Tags: fraudPresident’s campaign continues against man he claims covered up evidence of electoral fraud in 2020 First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/05/01/chris_krebs_global_entry/
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Online fraud peaks as breaches rise
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in SecurityNewsData breaches played a key role in significant financial losses faced by consumers due to fraud. In this Help Net Security video, Steve Yin, Global Head of Fraud at … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/01/online-fraud-breaches-video/
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New Framework Targets Rising Financial Crime Threats
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in SecurityNewsNew Zealand Model Brings Cyber and Fraud Teams Together to Defend Against Scammers. To help financial institutions counter crime, the FS-ISAC earlier this month introduced a major initiative: the Cyberfraud Prevention Framework. This new initiative is designed to unify cybersecurity and fraud prevention teams to more effectively protect customers and secure the enterprise. First seen…
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How Postal Code Data Impacts Cybersecurity, Privacy and Fraud Prevention
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in SecurityNewsPostal codes now play a key role in cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and digital identity verification, raising new concerns… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/postal-code-data-impact-cybersecurity-fraud-prevention/
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FBI Reports ₹1.38 Lakh Crore Loss in 2024, a 33% Surge from 2023
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has reported a record-breaking loss of $16.6 billion (approximately ₹1.38 lakh crore) due to cyber-enabled crimes in 2024, marking a staggering 33% increase from the previous year. Established 25 years ago, IC3 has evolved into the primary hub for reporting cyber fraud and threats, processing over 9 million…
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Government Set to Ban SIM Farms in European First
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in SecurityNewsThe UK government says it will ban the possession or supply of SIM farms, in a fraud crackdown First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/government-ban-sim-farms-european/
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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 43
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Tags: attack, backdoor, botnet, china, crypto, fraud, infrastructure, international, malware, nfc, rust, supply-chainSecurity Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Inside Gamaredon’s PteroLNK: Dead Drop Resolvers and evasive Infrastructure XRP supply chain attack: Official NPM package infected with crypto stealing backdoor SuperCard X: exposing a Chinese-speaker MaaS for NFC Relay fraud operation New Rust Botnet >>RustoBot
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Gig-Work Platforms at Risk for Data Breaches, Fraud, Account Takeovers
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in SecurityNewsFraudsters are targeting high-turnover workforces and compromising accounts that are associated with frequent payouts. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/remote-workforce/gig-worker-platforms-data-breach-fraud
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Gig Worker Platforms at Risk for Data Breaches, Fraud, Account Takeovers
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in SecurityNewsFraudsters are targeting high-turnover workforces and compromising accounts that are associated with frequent payouts. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/remote-workforce/gig-worker-platforms-data-breach-fraud
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6 types of risk every organization must manage, and 4 strategies for doing it
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Tags: ai, attack, backup, best-practice, breach, business, compliance, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, finance, framework, fraud, GDPR, governance, government, grc, hacker, healthcare, infrastructure, insurance, intelligence, law, mitigation, office, phishing, ransom, ransomware, regulation, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, service, startup, strategy, technology, threat, training, vulnerabilityCybersecurity risks Threats such as data breaches, phishing attacks, system intrusions, and broader digital vulnerabilities fall under the umbrella of security risks. The definition of cybersecurity risk is constantly evolving, now encompassing threats related to artificial intelligence and AI-driven systems.If you’re trying to mitigate risks in this area, you need to think not just about…
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BEC scams, investment fraud accounted for biggest cybercrime losses in 2024
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in SecurityNewsAmericans lost $16.6 billion to cyber fraud last year, according to a new FBI report, with;phishing, spoofing and extortion topping the list of complaints. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/fbi-internet-crime-bec-scams-investment-fraud-losses/746181/
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Adversarythe-Middle Attacks Persist Strategies to Lessen the Impact
Adversary-in-the-middle fraud (AiTM) represents a significant, ongoing challenge for businesses, with tactics like email hijacking, AI attacks and account takeovers becoming increasingly complex. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/adversary-in-the-middle-attacks-persist-strategies-to-lessen-the-impact/