Tag: scam
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5 things to know about ransomware threats in 2025
Tags: access, attack, authentication, awareness, backup, breach, ciso, cloud, control, credentials, cyber, dark-web, data, data-breach, defense, detection, encryption, exploit, extortion, finance, fraud, group, healthcare, identity, incident response, infrastructure, Internet, iot, law, leak, mfa, monitoring, network, password, ransom, ransomware, risk, scam, service, software, sophos, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, update, vpn, vulnerability, zero-day2. Mid-size organizations are highly vulnerable: Industry data shows mid-size organizations remain highly vulnerable to ransomware attacks. “CISOs need to be aware that ransomware is no longer just targeting large companies, but now even mid-sized organizations are at risk. This awareness is crucial,” says Christiaan Beek, senior director, threat analytics, at Rapid7.Companies with annual revenue…
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DeepSeek Lure Using CAPTCHAs To Spread Malware
Tags: ai, attack, botnet, breach, captcha, cloud, control, credentials, crypto, cybercrime, data, detection, exploit, infrastructure, injection, international, login, malicious, malware, network, open-source, powershell, privacy, scam, service, technology, theft, threat, tool, windowsIntroductionThe rapid rise of generative AI tools has created opportunities and challenges for cybercriminals. In an instant, industries are being reshaped while new attack surfaces are being exposed. DeepSeek AI chatbot that launched on January 20, 2025, quickly gained international attention, making it a prime target for abuse. Leveraging a tactic known as brand impersonation,…
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New Attack Hijacks Popular YouTube Gaming Channels to Steal Steam Accounts
Cybersecurity researchers at Bitdefender Labs have uncovered a sophisticated scam targeting the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) gaming community. Cybercriminals are hijacking popular YouTube gaming channels to impersonate professional players and lure unsuspecting fans into fraudulent schemes. These scams, timed to coincide with major esports events like IEM Katowice 2025 and PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, result in stolen…
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Your item has sold! Avoiding scams targeting online sellers
There are many risks associated with selling items on online marketplaces that individuals and organizations should be aware of when conducting business on these platforms. First seen on blog.talosintelligence.com Jump to article: blog.talosintelligence.com/online-marketplace-scams/
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‘OpenAI’ Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through Telegram
An alleged job scam, led by “Aiden” from “OpenAI,” recruited workers in Bangladesh for months before disappearing overnight, according to FTC complaints obtained by WIRED. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/openai-job-scam/
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Quarter of Brits Report Deepfake Phone Scams
New Hiya data finds 26% of UK consumers encountered a deepfake scam call in Q4 2024 First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/quarter-brits-report-deepfake-calls/
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Thailand Targets Cyber Sweatshops to Free 1,000s of Captives
Thai police said it was expecting to soon welcome 7,000 human trafficking victims, forced to work on cybercrime scams in call centers in Mynmar, in a first wave of people being freed from captivity. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/thailand-cyber-sweatshops-free-captives
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Hackers Hijack YouTube Channels to Target CS2 Fans with Fake Giveaways
Bitdefender warns CS2 fans of scams using hijacked YouTube channels, fake giveaways, and crypto fraud. Protect your Steam account and avoid phishing traps. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/hackers-hijack-youtube-channels-cs2-fans-fake-giveaways/
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âš¡ THN Weekly Recap: From $1.5B Crypto Heist to AI Misuse & Apple’s Data Dilemma
Welcome to your weekly roundup of cyber news, where every headline gives you a peek into the world of online battles. This week, we look at a huge crypto theft, reveal some sneaky AI scam tricks, and discuss big changes in data protection.Let these stories spark your interest and help you understand the changing threats…
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Fake ChatGPT Premium Phishing Scam Spreads to Steal User Credentials
A sophisticated phishing campaign impersonating OpenAI’s ChatGPT Premium subscription service has surged globally, targeting users with fraudulent payment requests to steal credentials. Cybersecurity firm Symantec recently identified emails spoofing ChatGPT’s branding, urging recipients to renew a fictional $24 monthly subscription. The emails, marked with subject lines like”Action Required: Secure Continued Access to ChatGPT with a…
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Beware: PayPal “New Address” feature abused to send phishing emails
An ongoing PayPal email scam exploits the platform’s address settings to send fake purchase notifications, tricking users into granting remote access to scammers First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/beware-paypal-new-address-feature-abused-to-send-phishing-emails/
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Amazon Prime Phishing Scam Steals Login, Payment Info
The Cofense Phishing Defense Center (PDC) has identified a new phishing campaign that specifically targets Amazon Prime users, First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/amazon-prime-phishing-scam-steals-login-payment-info/
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Smashing Security podcast #405: A crypto con exchange, and soaring ticket scams
From shadowy Bitcoin exchanges to Interpol’s most wanted, Alexander Vinnik was the alleged kingpin behind BTC-e, a $4bn crypto laundering empire. Learn more about him, and how he became a geopolitical pawn between the US, France, and Russia. Plus! Hear how concert-goers are being warned about a swathe of scams hitting stadiums and arenas around…
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The MSSP Advantage: Elevating Executive Digital Risk Protection in 2025
For Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), cybersecurity isn’t just about protecting networks and endpoints anymore. As businesses become more digitally connected, security threats are shifting beyond the enterprise perimeter targeting the people at the top. Executives, board members, and other high-profile leaders are increasingly at risk of phishing attacks, impersonation scams, and dark web… First…
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Chase’s thoughts: Help protect yourself from social media scams
Tags: scamFirst seen on thesecurityblogger.com Jump to article: www.thesecurityblogger.com/chases-thoughts-help-protect-yourself-from-social-media-scams/
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Thailand to take in 7,000 rescued from illegal cyber scam hubs in Myanmar
Around 7,000 people rescued from illegal call centers in Myanmar are awaiting transfer to Thailand amid a crackdown on cross-border scam operations, Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Wednesday. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/thailand-to-take-in-7000-rescued-from-scam-hubs-myanmar
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Next Wave of ‘Scam-Yourself’ Attacks Leverages AI-Generated Deepfake Videos
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a new wave of >>Scam-Yourself
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Privacy Constraints Are Keeping Banks From Tackling Scams
M&T Bank’s Karen Boyer on Need for Shared Responsibility with Telecoms, Tech Firms. Technology solutions can help banks fight fraud, but privacy constraints are preventing them from doing an effective job to ferret out scammers, said Karen Boyer, senior vice president at M&T Bank. She supports a new Australian law that also places responsibility on…
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BitConnect Scam Exposed as Indian Authorities Seize Illicit Gains
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) in Ahmedabad has dealt a significant blow to one of history’s largest cryptocurrency frauds, recovering Rs. 1,646 crore (approx. $219 million) in illicit crypto assets linked to the BitConnect Ponzi scheme during coordinated raids on 11 and 15 February. The operation”, part of a years-long probe into the multi-billion-rupee scam”, also seized…
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Black-Hat SEO Poisioning Attacks Exploit Indian Government and Financial Websites
A sophisticated black-hat SEO poisoning campaign has compromised over 150 Indian government websites and financial institutions, redirecting millions of users to fraudulent gambling platforms promoting rummy and high-risk “investment” games. The operation, exploits vulnerabilities in government portals (.gov.in) and educational domains (.ac.in), leveraging search engine manipulation to siphon users toward scam websites. Exploiting Trusted Domains…
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Indian authorities seize loot from collapsed BitConnect crypto scam
Devices containing crypto wallets tracked online, then in the real world First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/02/18/india_bitconnect_seizures/
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Chase will soon block Zelle payments to sellers on social media
JPMorgan Chase Bank (Chase) will soon start blocking Zelle payments to social media contacts to combat a significant rise in online scams utilizing the service for fraud. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/chase-will-soon-block-zelle-payments-to-sellers-on-social-media/
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Privacy Roundup: Week 7 of Year 2025
Tags: access, antivirus, api, apple, attack, breach, business, cctv, cve, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, email, exploit, firmware, flaw, google, group, law, leak, malware, microsoft, military, network, password, phishing, privacy, router, scam, service, software, technology, threat, tool, update, virus, vpn, vulnerability, windows, zero-dayThis is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 9 FEB 2025 – 15 FEB 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
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HashFlare Fraud: Two Estonians Admit to Running $577M Crypto Scam
Two Estonian nationals plead guilty to a $577M cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme through HashFlare, defrauding hundreds of thousands globally…. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/hashflare-fraud-two-estonians-running-crypto-scam/
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Android 16 Takes Action Against Scammers with In-Call Security Features
Google is working to enhance the security of its mobile operating system, focusing on preventing scammers from exploiting certain phone features during calls. One key feature of Android 16 aims to block actions like sideloading apps or enabling accessibility access during an active phone call, both of which are commonly used by scammers to gain…
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âš¡ THN Weekly Recap: Google Secrets Stolen, Windows Hack, New Crypto Scams and More
Welcome to this week’s Cybersecurity News Recap. Discover how cyber attackers are using clever tricks like fake codes and sneaky emails to gain access to sensitive data. We cover everything from device code phishing to cloud exploits, breaking down the technical details into simple, easy-to-follow insights.âš¡ Threat of the WeekRussian Threat Actors Leverage Device Code…
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Android’s New Security Feature Prevents Sensitive Setting Changes During Calls
Phone scams are becoming more sophisticated with advancements in AI-driven speech tools, making it easier for scammers to manipulate victims. To combat these growing threats, Google has introduced a groundbreaking security feature in Android 16 that prevents users from making certain sensitive settings changes during phone calls, as per a report by Android Authority. This could serve…
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North Korea’s IT Worker Scam: How the Regime Infiltrates Global Tech Firms for Cyber Espionage
Cybersecurity researchers at Insikt Group have uncovered a sophisticated North Korean IT worker scam designed to infiltrate global First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/north-koreas-it-worker-scam-how-the-regime-infiltrates-global-tech-firms-for-cyber-espionage/
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‘Pig butchering’ led to banner 2024 for cryptocurrency scams
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/pig-butchering-led-to-banner-2024-for-cryptocurrency-scams