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Widespread Chinese Smishing Campaign Targets US Toll Users

A massive smishing campaign originating in China bombards US users with fake toll bills via text, aiming to steal financial data and identities; the FBI urges immediate deletion of these messages and reporting to IC3.gov or apwg.org/sms.

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32% Bias Score

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Apple Users Targeted in New Password-Stealing Phishing Attack

Apple users are the new prime targets of a dangerous password attack that mimics a system freeze to steal Apple IDs and passwords; this follows a similar Windows attack that saw a 90% drop after browser protections were implemented.

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One Million Phishing Attacks Traced to Tycoon 2FA Platform

During January and February 2025, approximately one million phishing attacks were launched, with Tycoon 2FA, a phishing-as-a-service platform, responsible for 89% of them. These attacks used a Caesar cipher for encryption, reflecting a concerning trend of increasingly sophisticated methods.

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Gmail Account Hacks Rise: Google Offers 7-Day Recovery, Trend Micro Warns of AI Phishing

Due to a rise in Gmail account hacks, Google offers a seven-day recovery period for compromised accounts if the recovery phone or email was changed; however, Trend Micro warns of new AI-powered phishing attacks requiring users to verify all communications.

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36% Bias Score

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AI Agents Now Autonomously Conduct Phishing Attacks

Symantec's new research reveals that AI agents can now independently perform phishing attacks, autonomously identifying targets and creating malicious emails; this marks a significant escalation in AI-enabled threats, prompting urgent calls for robust security updates and proactive defense strategie...

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FBI Warns of Malware-Spreading Document Converter Scam

The FBI issued a warning about a malicious scam involving free online document converter tools that spread malware, leading to ransomware and identity theft, affecting both desktop and smartphone users.

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IRS Stimulus Payment Scam Uses Text Messages to Steal Taxpayer Data

Scammers are using text messages to impersonate the IRS, targeting taxpayers eligible for missed COVID-19 stimulus payments of up to \$1,400, and requesting sensitive information.

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32% Bias Score

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iOS 18 Passwords App Security Flaw Allowed Network-Based Phishing

A security flaw in the initial iOS 18 Passwords app, present from its release until iOS 18.2's December 11, 2024 release, allowed attackers on shared networks to intercept HTTP requests and redirect users to phishing sites before HTTPS redirection; this was disclosed by Apple on March 17, 2025.

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36% Bias Score

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FBI Warns of Malware-Infected Document Converter Websites

The FBI warns of a new online scam using free document converter websites to install malware on users' computers, leading to ransomware infections and identity theft; users are advised to report incidents, change passwords, and use reputable conversion tools.

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AI-Powered Tax Scams Surge, Exceeding \$37 Billion in Losses

In 2023, over \$37 billion in tax-related financial crimes were identified by the IRS; however, AI-generated phishing emails, deepfakes, and voice clones are making these scams increasingly realistic and difficult to detect, impacting individuals, businesses, and tax professionals.

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24% Bias Score

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Sophisticated Microsoft 365 Phishing Campaign Bypasses Email Security

A new phishing attack exploits legitimate Microsoft 365 infrastructure to deliver malicious emails that bypass security measures by leveraging trusted Microsoft domains and misconfigured tenants, enabling credential harvesting and account takeovers.

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48% Bias Score

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Elon Musk-Themed Phishing Scam Targets U.S. Consumers

A new SMS phishing scam in the U.S. uses Elon Musk's image to promote a fake electricity-saving gadget, directing victims to websites selling cheap Chinese products with malware; thousands of personalized messages have been sent.

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36% Bias Score

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