Your Health Data May Have Been Hunted

A cyberattack involving legacy systems belonging to Exact Sciences (now owned by Abbot) has put potentially sensitive patient information in the hands of cybercriminals. The ShinyHunters group claims it stole and later published data that includes millions of email addresses along with names, addresses, phone numbers and health-related information. Abbott says it is investigating the incident and has not confirmed exactly what information was taken. For patients and healthcare providers, this is another reminder that medical information can remain exposed long after the systems that originally collected it are considered "legacy." Your Health Data May Have Been Hunted READ FULL STORY

Social Media Free Giveaway Scams Come With Hefty Costs

That $1,000 Amazon gift card you were promised for filling out a survey was never intended to be paid but is in fact a giveaway scam you just fell for. You may think there’s no real harm in filling out a bogus survey, but the real thing about these scams is that it’s stealing your PII (personally identifiable information). The enduring and timeless nature of scam giveaways show that, people don’t change much when it comes to getting something for nothing. READ FULL STORY

Are You Playing a Scammer’s Favorite Tune

Just when you thought you’d heard it all, there’s always another song to be played. This one is big, very big. It’s called a “Piano Scam”, and countless victims around the globe are getting played. Even those doing everything right to avoid this scam don’t escape it. A Piano Scam casts a wide net, targeting music schools and music stores, healthcare, and other industries. It also includes individuals searching online for a used piano. A scammer makes an offer that’s hard to refuse—a free piano and a story about why they can’t take it with them to wherever they are going. READ FULL STORY

The Red Hot Scams of 2026 are Heating Up

While we all tend to look forward to retirement, scammers never actually get around to it. In fact, they are entering 2026 with sharper tricks and colder hearts. AARP’s latest warning highlights several “red-hot” scams already spreading across the internet and phone lines, from fake job offers to terrifying “digital arrest” threats. Knowing how these schemes work could be the difference between keeping your money safe and watching it vanish. READ FULL STORY

MFA Push Bombing Can Wear You Down

Cybercriminals are getting smarter about bypassing multi-factor authentication (MFA), and one of their favorite tricks is something called push bombing. It’s a simple tactic, but extremely effective when victims are caught off guard or overwhelmed. It's designed to wear us down. And most of us have probably been overwhelmed by notifications at some point, which is why this type of attack has proven successful time and again for attackers. READ FULL STORY

Click the Box to Prove You're Human to Hackers

We've all done it countless times. It's so routine that we don't think about it much. Click the "I'm not a robot" box, solve a simple puzzle, and move on. But cybercriminals are now taking advantage of that routine by creating fake CAPTCHA pages that trick users into infecting their own computers. Instead of proving you're human, victims unknowingly install malware capable of stealing passwords, banking information, cryptocurrency wallets, and other sensitive data. The scam is spreading quickly because it looks so familiar. Knowing what to watch for could be the difference between safely browsing the web and handing criminals the keys to your digital life. READ FULL STORY

The Quick and Dirty on QR Codes

QR codes, those little square mazes, are everywhere nowadays. From accessing restaurant menus to entering sweepstakes and registering new products, they’ve become a staple in modern convenience. However, like any technology, cybercriminals have found ways to exploit these codes, turning them into digital traps. There are many ways these boxes of squiggles can be misused, including via phishing, in advertisements, and overlaid on real ones. READ FULL STORY

Quick Social Engineering Refresher

Let's dive into the world of social engineering and its impact on our lives, shall we? Brace yourself for a friendly reminder about this sneaky psychological manipulation technique that can really mess with your day. Picture this: someone cleverly exploits your mind to get you to do their bidding or spill sensitive information. It could never happen to you, right? Well, think again. Sometimes they sneak up on you and don't even know what's going on until it's too late. READ FULL STORY

Is a Criminal Adding Your Card to a Mobile Wallet?

Mobile wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay offer a convenient and generally secure way to make purchases. Unfortunately, criminals have found a way to abuse the process used to add payment cards to these services. In this scam, a criminal adds someone else’s debit or credit card to a mobile wallet on a device the criminal controls. Once the card is approved, the criminal can use the phone to make purchases, even though the physical card is still safely in the owner’s possession. READ FULL STORY

Who Just Signed Into My Account

We’ve all gotten them. A text with a random code we are supposed to enter somewhere to log in to something. And it’s likely you’ve received one or two that just showed up and you don’t know why. Firstly, and importantly, don't ignore them! When you receive an unsolicited verification code, it's like a huge warning sign screaming, "Someone's trying to get into your account!" But don’t panic. We’ve got you covered. Here’s a guide to help you navigate those random texts with verification codes. READ FULL STORY

While Charity Scams Never Take a Day Off, Giving Tuesday Brings Out the Grinches

The spirit of giving doesn’t depend on the season. However, when Giving Tuesday comes around every year, scammers are quick to jump on that bandwagon. They exploit generosity, posing as legitimate charities or creating entirely fake ones to steal money and personal information. Their tactics change, but the goal never does: To take advantage of your kindness. Before you donate, take a moment, a little caution goes a long way toward protecting both your wallet and your identity. READ FULL STORY

MyChart Has an Epic New Problem: Scammers Want Your Medical Information

If you use MyChart to check lab results, schedule appointments, message your doctor, or pay a medical bill, there's a new scam you need to know about. Cybercriminals are sending emails and text messages that use the familiar MyChart name and logo to make them look legitimate. Some promise some freebies, while others claim you have important medical results waiting. The goal is to get you to click, hand over personal information, or even install malware. READ FULL STORY