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How Cybercriminals Will Target Emotions this Valentine’s Day

04

Feb

2024

Valentine’s Day is a time when not only do many often feel particularly vulnerable, but others feel generous and giving. It is the perfect time for cybercriminals and fraudsters to operate. The Cyber Helpline, a U.K. charity led by volunteers and staff from the cybersecurity industry, has expanded to the USA to support those experiencing […]

Category Cyber-crime Phishing Written by Secureworld 0 Comments

Online scams target bargain-hunting holiday travelers

23

May

2023

30% of adults have fallen victim or know someone who has fallen victim to an online scam while trying to save money when booking travel, according to McAfee. 34% of those who had money stolen have lost over $1,000 before their trip has even begun, while 66% lost up to $1,000. Too good to be […]

Category Threats & Malware Vulnerabilities Written by Helpnetsecurity 0 Comments

‘Pig Butchering’ Online Scam Sweeping English Speakers

24

Oct

2022

A confidence scam endemic in East Asia that’s based on long-term emotional manipulation of victims is a mounting threat in English-speaking countries. Known as “pig butchering” – pigs are fattened before being slaughtered – the scam rests on handlers with attractive but phony online personae enticing victims into a trusted relationship that moves into a […]

Category Cyber-crime Phishing Written by Databreachtoday 0 Comments

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