Has Your Account Been Compromised? Five Cyber Smart Tips Everyone Can Use

The transition to living life through our devices has become very real for scores of people and businesses. By now, the coronavirus has changed our lives in ways we never expected. This transition includes doing most things from home. Unfortunately, adapting to online life also gives bad actor’s a cornucopia of targets to exploit. There are proactive steps to take when you suspect an account may be compromised, including ways to help keep it from happening to begin with. READ FULL STORY

Keeping Your Mobile Device Apps Virus Free

It’s no secret that cybercriminals take advantage of anxiety-filled times and the current coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) is most certainly one of those moments. The latest cybersecurity news reports that Android smartphones are being targeted with apps claiming to have up-to-date data on COVID-19. These infected apps promise the latest updates, but to unsuspecting users who download them, they also promise malware will surely be installed on your mobile device. READ FULL STORY

The PayPal No-Phish Phishing Scam

It’s not your typical email phishing scam, but then cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to swindle us. And we’ve seen many warnings about PayPal scams lately. Yet another one, this PayPal “No-Phish” email phishing attack is rampant. Scammers are tricking PayPal users into handing over their accounts thanks to this highly sophisticated phishing scheme. The way this no-phish phish is constructed, it also gets beyond the typical phishing detection software. READ FULL STORY

Shell Out Some Cash For Your Free Trip To The Beach

It’s summer! And from the temperatures most of the U.S. is experiencing, that’s not a surprise to anyone. With summer comes wonderful, relaxing, exciting vacations for so many of us. And wouldn’t it make your summer even better if you won a 5-day, 4-night vacation in the Bahamas? Well, it seems that you certainly have an opportunity to win it, but is it too good to be true? Let’s take a look at one in particular that has gotten a lot of traction in the forums on the travel website, TripAdvisor. READ FULL STORY

An Overview Of Several Types Of Phishing Scams

In this day and age, anyone who has an email address or even a telephone has heard the term “phishing.” It’s the most prevalent form of social engineering in existence. The latest Verizon Data Breach Investigations report found that phishing represented 98% of the social attacks for the reporting period. Of the 1,450 incidents it studied, 381 resulted in confirmed data disclosure and 59% of them were financially motivated. While 78% of the people studied never fell for phishing, 4% did. It’s that small percentage that counts. It only takes a single person to cause an organization to be compromised. READ FULL STORY

Should I, Could I Freeze My Credit Report?

Having your private information or identity stolen is no picnic. It takes quite a long time to make it right, so one of the best ways to help ensure that neither happens in the first place is to protect it as much as you can. In light of the recent Capital One data breach, many may be considering putting a freeze on their credit reports and that is a great idea. However, it's a good idea to be sure to know what that means before taking that action. READ FULL STORY

New and Improved Brushing Scam Warning

A package shows up on your doorstep that you never ordered. Inside, nothing remarkable, just a cheap item and a QR code that you didn’t order. Curiosity does the rest. According to a new FBI warning, that innocent-looking square could be your entry point into a scam designed to siphon off personal and financial data. This latest twist on “brushing” scams blends old tactics with modern convenience, turning a quick scan into a potentially costly mistake. READ FULL STORY

What's Behind Man-In-The-Middle Attacks and How to Avoid Them

It’s not the game many of us played as kids, but it is a distorted take on the same idea. Man-in-the-middle (MitM) cyberattacks do put someone in the middle of two sides, but that someone is a cybercriminal. And those on either side are clueless victims. In reality, MitM attacks are anything but a game. A typical MitM attack can disrupt operations, intercept usernames and passwords, emails, banking, and other financial details. Read on about how MitM attacks play out, including ways to avoid being caught up in these crimes. READ FULL STORY

Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

It’s already well into the new year and a fresh year usually brings fresh goals—exercise more, spend less, maybe try a new hobby. But one resolution that deserves a permanent spot on everyone’s list is tightening up your personal cybersecurity. Cyberthreats don’t take holidays, and scammers aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re getting bolder, trickier, and faster at finding new ways to get into your accounts and steal your money or data. READ FULL STORY

Storing Passwords In Your Browser…It’s Convenient, BUT Very Risky Too

Most of us know that password fatigue can lead to security mishaps and that creating a safe and secure entrance into our personal or work accounts can be a real challenge. Fortunately, security experts also know that safe password use has long been a problem, one that can lead to epic malware infections like ransomware, banking trojans, and more. Popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Opera offer the option to store passwords for you, but hackers using the malware “RedLine Stealer” can hijack those stored passwords in a heartbeat. READ FULL STORY

Medicare Phone Scams Spike During Peak Periods, But Are Still Circulating Now

Senior citizens and others on Medicare are an ongoing target for scammers. However, some Medicare scams spike at various points during the year, like other types of scams such as tax-related ones. Phone scams abound during peak “attention” time, such as the Medicare open enrollment period (OEP) with the goal of stealing PII for financial and other identity crimes. Those on Medicare and the people who care for them need to know how these OEP scams happen and how to avoid them. READ FULL STORY

Your Digital Life May Not Be Your Own

Imagine opening your inbox and reading a message that claims a hacker already has everything on you. Your passwords. Your private files. Even your credit card details. The message warns that unless you quickly pay up, all of it will be sold on the dark web or shared publicly. It’s a frightening claim designed to make anyone panic. But cybersecurity experts say this increasingly common extortion scam is mostly smoke and mirrors. Knowing how it works can help you spot the bluff before fear pushes you into sending money. READ FULL STORY