Tag: scam
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Vorsicht Quishing: QR-Code Phishing Scams drohen
Dank der enormen Verbreitung von Smartphones ist parallel die Nutzung von QR-Codes weltweit um 57 % gestiegen. Für das Jahr 2025 wird ein Anstieg um weitere 22 % prognostiziert. Weltweit werden pro Minute bis zu acht neue QR-Codes generiert. Kein Wunder, dass QR-Codes praktisch überall zu finden sind auf Plakatwänden, in Einkaufszentren, in… First seen…
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Google Impersonation Scams: Cybersecurity Expert Reveals Alarming Tactics
Cybersecurity expert Brian Krebs has uncovered alarming new details about the dangers posed by sophisticated phishing campaigns. In his blog, Krebs reveals the stories of two victims, Adam Griffin and... First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/google-impersonation-scams-cybersecurity-expert-reveals-alarming-tactics/
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South Korea sanctions 15 North Koreans for IT worker scams, financial hacking schemes
The individuals are allegedly working for North Korea’s 313th General Bureau, under the DPRK’s Ministry of Munitions Industry. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/south-korea-sanctions-north-koreans-it-worker-scams/
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Altersvorsorge ade: NFT-Scammer bringt 85-jährigen Künstler um seine Ersparnisse
Tags: scamDer Betrüger gab sich als Kunsthändler aus und wollte die Werke des 85-Jährigen als NFTs gewinnbringend verkaufen. Am Ende verlor der Künstler sein ganzes Geld. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/altersvorsorge-ade-nft-scammer-bringt-85-jaehrigen-kuenstler-um-seine-ersparnisse-2412-191963.html
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7 biggest cybersecurity stories of 2024
Tags: access, ai, alphv, at&t, attack, authentication, breach, business, china, cio, ciso, citrix, cloud, credentials, crowdstrike, crypto, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, deep-fake, detection, email, espionage, exploit, extortion, finance, google, government, group, hacking, healthcare, incident response, infection, insurance, intelligence, international, jobs, lockbit, malicious, malware, mandiant, mfa, microsoft, network, nis-2, north-korea, office, phishing, phone, privacy, ransomware, regulation, risk, risk-management, scam, service, software, strategy, tactics, technology, threat, ukraine, update, vulnerability, windowsCybersecurity headlines were plenty this year, with several breaches, attacks, and mishaps drawing worldwide attention.But a few incidents in particular had far-reaching consequences, with the potential to reshape industry protections, shake up how vendors secure customers’ systems, or drive security leaders to reassess their strategies.Longer-term trends such as increased cybersecurity regulations and the impact of…
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AI-driven scams are about to get a lot more convincing
McAfee’s predictions for 2025 highlight emerging threats that consumers may encounter as cybercriminals exploit advanced AI technology. From hyper-realistic deepfakes … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/12/24/cybercriminals-ai-scams/
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Best of 2024: Massive Online Shopping Scam Racks Up 850,000 Victims
Chinese crooks are running a global network of more than 75,000 fake online shops to steal credit card data and process fraudulent payments. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2024/12/massive-online-shopping-scam-racks-up-850000-victims-2/
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NFT scammers charged for stealing $22 million through >>rug pulls<<
A six-count indictment was unsealed on Friday in Los Angeles charging two California men with defrauding investors of more than $22 million in cryptocurrency through a series … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/12/23/nft-scammers-charged-rug-pulls-vault-of-gems-roost-coin-moonportal/
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Millionenschaden: Pastor bestiehlt Kirchgänger mit Krypto-Scam
Der Mann soll über 1.500 Personen mit einem Krypto-Schneeballsystem um mindestens 5,9 Millionen US-Dollar betrogen haben. Nun geht der Fall vor Gericht. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/millionenschaden-pastor-bestiehlt-kirchgaenger-mit-krypto-scam-2412-191946.html
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792 Syndicate Suspects Arrested in Massive Crypto and Romance Scam: The Rise of Cybercrime as a Corporate Enterprise
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently executed a landmark operation in Lagos, Nigeria, arresting 792 suspects for their alleged involvement in a cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scam. The raid, conducted at an imposing seven-storey building in Victoria Island, sheds light on the systematic infrastructure and advanced methods employed by these fraud networks…
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Google Chrome uses AI to analyze pages in new scam detection feature
Google 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
The 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
An 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”
Interpol 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<<
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<<
INTERPOL 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
The 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
INTERPOL 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
Experts 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
A 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
Cybercriminals 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
Cybersecurity 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
DoJ 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
The 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/