Urgent: Social Media Account Hacks Surge 400%
A 400% surge in social media account hacking necessitates immediate action; users should log out of all devices, change passwords, report hacks, check for unauthorized changes, and enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts.
Urgent: Social Media Account Hacks Surge 400%
A 400% surge in social media account hacking necessitates immediate action; users should log out of all devices, change passwords, report hacks, check for unauthorized changes, and enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts.
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60% Bias Score
Weak Passwords Fuel Millions of Attacks in 2024
An analysis of 2024's worst passwords reveals that "password", "qwerty123", and "123456" were used millions of times in attacks, highlighting the urgent need for stronger passwords and prompting recommendations for improved security practices, including the adoption of passkeys.
Weak Passwords Fuel Millions of Attacks in 2024
An analysis of 2024's worst passwords reveals that "password", "qwerty123", and "123456" were used millions of times in attacks, highlighting the urgent need for stronger passwords and prompting recommendations for improved security practices, including the adoption of passkeys.
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44% Bias Score
French Court Orders Partial Reimbursement in Online Fraud Case
A French appeals court ordered BRED Banque Populaire to repay 50% of €500,000 lost to online fraud after finding both the bank and its client partially at fault; the client's accountant opened phishing emails containing malware.
French Court Orders Partial Reimbursement in Online Fraud Case
A French appeals court ordered BRED Banque Populaire to repay 50% of €500,000 lost to online fraud after finding both the bank and its client partially at fault; the client's accountant opened phishing emails containing malware.
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32% Bias Score
FBI and Google Warn of Surge in AI-Powered Phishing Attacks
The FBI and Google warn of a surge in phishing emails mimicking Apple and other brands, advising users to verify sender addresses, URLs, and spelling before interacting with unsolicited emails; a recent TikTok video highlights a convincing Apple-themed scam.
FBI and Google Warn of Surge in AI-Powered Phishing Attacks
The FBI and Google warn of a surge in phishing emails mimicking Apple and other brands, advising users to verify sender addresses, URLs, and spelling before interacting with unsolicited emails; a recent TikTok video highlights a convincing Apple-themed scam.
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40% Bias Score
Dark Web Markets Fuel Cyber Monday Scams with Millions of Session Cookies for Sale
Cybercriminals are selling millions of session cookies on the dark web for $400+, enabling them to bypass two-factor authentication during Cyber Monday, as revealed by NordStellar threat intelligence.
Dark Web Markets Fuel Cyber Monday Scams with Millions of Session Cookies for Sale
Cybercriminals are selling millions of session cookies on the dark web for $400+, enabling them to bypass two-factor authentication during Cyber Monday, as revealed by NordStellar threat intelligence.
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48% Bias Score
Credit Card Fraud: 2024 FTC Report and Case Study
In 2024, the FTC reported 416,582 credit card fraud cases, exemplified by Martin's \$1,095 fraudulent charge in Hong Kong; this highlights the global reach and financial impact of credit card fraud resulting from data breaches, phishing, and weak online security, demanding proactive consumer protect...
Credit Card Fraud: 2024 FTC Report and Case Study
In 2024, the FTC reported 416,582 credit card fraud cases, exemplified by Martin's \$1,095 fraudulent charge in Hong Kong; this highlights the global reach and financial impact of credit card fraud resulting from data breaches, phishing, and weak online security, demanding proactive consumer protect...
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48% Bias Score
Amazon iPhone 16 Hack: Account Takeover via Social Engineering
A new hacking method targets Amazon customers, using fraudulent calls impersonating Amazon customer service to add multiple iPhone 16 orders to victims' accounts, tricking them into providing one-time codes for account takeover.
Amazon iPhone 16 Hack: Account Takeover via Social Engineering
A new hacking method targets Amazon customers, using fraudulent calls impersonating Amazon customer service to add multiple iPhone 16 orders to victims' accounts, tricking them into providing one-time codes for account takeover.
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40% Bias Score
Surge in Fake VPN Apps Compromises Millions of Devices Globally
During the third quarter of 2024, fake VPN apps increased globally by 250% compared to the previous quarter; these apps often contained malware or were used to create botnets like 911 S5, which compromised millions of devices for cybercrime.
Surge in Fake VPN Apps Compromises Millions of Devices Globally
During the third quarter of 2024, fake VPN apps increased globally by 250% compared to the previous quarter; these apps often contained malware or were used to create botnets like 911 S5, which compromised millions of devices for cybercrime.
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52% Bias Score
Deepfake Romance Scam Costs Elderly Woman £17,000
A 77-year-old Edinburgh woman lost £17,000 to a romance scammer using deepfake videos; the scammer, posing as "Alla Morgan," convinced her of a relationship and extracted money for fabricated needs, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered fraud.
Deepfake Romance Scam Costs Elderly Woman £17,000
A 77-year-old Edinburgh woman lost £17,000 to a romance scammer using deepfake videos; the scammer, posing as "Alla Morgan," convinced her of a relationship and extracted money for fabricated needs, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered fraud.
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36% Bias Score
Online Fraud Spikes During Sales Season
Increased online fraud attempts during the sales season prompt warnings about phishing and other scams. MegaFon advises users to update account information and enhance security measures.
Online Fraud Spikes During Sales Season
Increased online fraud attempts during the sales season prompt warnings about phishing and other scams. MegaFon advises users to update account information and enhance security measures.
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