Did Your Kid Lose Their Phone? Not Likely

It’s an everyday scene. It’s prime time for TV and you’re sitting comfortably in your favorite chair. Suddenly, your phone alerts you to a new text. You pick it up and it’s a text from an unknown number that says, "Hi Mom, I lost my phone. Text me back at this number.” You’re perplexed. What do you do? Well, you stop right there. Why? That message probably isn’t from your kid. It’s part of a sneaky scam that’s been making the rounds for a while, and unfortunately, it’s still working. 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

What the FBI’s Data Says About Elder Fraud

Fraud targeting older Americans has reached a staggering scale. Behind every statistic is a person who may have lost retirement savings, financial independence, or the ability to trust those offering help. Understanding the size and nature of the problem can help older adults, families, caregivers, and financial institutions recognize the warning signs before money is lost. The figures below come primarily from the FBI’s 2025 Internet Crime Report and the Federal Trade Commission’s Protecting Older Consumers 2024-2025. Additional analysis is credited to Stolen Trust: A Special Study on America's Elder Fraud Landscape, a 2026 study published by Human Cybersecurity Knowledge for Seniors, or HCSK. READ FULL STORY

Account Takeover Phone Scam

Nobody thinks they will fall victim to a scammer on the phone. Today I am talking with Tanya Holland over at Park View Credit Union and not only are people falling victim, scammers are adding more layers to the basic Vishing attacks. If you find this helpful, please share to warn others! READ FULL STORY

Why That Local Call Might Be a Scam

Your phone rings and the number looks oddly familiar. Same area code, same first few digits. It could be a neighbor, a nearby business, or someone in your community. So you answer. Instead of a real person, you’re greeted by a robotic voice pitching a prize, warning about suspicious activity, or claiming there’s a problem with your account. Welcome to the world of “neighbor spoofing,” a tactic scammers use to make their calls look local and trustworthy. The trick works more often than you might think, but knowing how it operates can help you avoid getting pulled into the conversation. READ FULL STORY

LastPass Hit Again: What Users Need to Know About the Latest Breach

Millions of people trust password managers to protect their online accounts, but LastPass users are once again facing questions about the security of their personal information. The company recently disclosed that customer data was exposed during a breach involving one of its third-party service providers. While encrypted password vaults were not reported stolen in this latest incident, cybercriminals obtained customer support records and personal information that could be used in future phishing attacks. READ FULL STORY

FBI Warns Your Wi-Fi May Not Be Just Yours Anymore

Your home internet connection might be quietly working a second job, and not for you. The FBI is warning that cybercriminals are hijacking everyday devices like routers, smart TVs, phones, and even digital picture frames to mask illegal activity. Known as residential proxy networks, these schemes can make it look like crimes are coming from your home and could get you into trouble. Here’s what that means, how it happens, and how to shut it down. READ FULL STORY

Gmail “Protection” Tool Turns Your Browser Against You

It looks like a routine security check. It sounds like Google. It even walks you through “protecting” your account step by step. But according to Malwarebytes, this convincing scam is doing the exact opposite—quietly siphoning off your contacts, location, and even login codes. With up to 1.8 billion Gmail users potentially in the crosshairs, here’s how this digital disguise works and why a simple click could open the door to your entire online life. READ FULL STORY

Don’t Give Email Permissions To Bogus Upgrade App

Email phishing campaigns involve a variety of hacker goals, most of which want you to install some type of malware on your device. Now there’s a new phishing campaign making the rounds that involves Microsoft Office 365 users and a bad actor with a fake app called “Upgrade.” The app asks for control over your email account and the authorizations and permissions that go with it. Recently, Microsoft’s Security Intelligence team sent a tweet warning this campaign is now targeting hundreds of organizations. READ FULL STORY

Malware Upgrades Attack On Banking Customers

A banking malware is making its way through the Americas and North America could be next. BBTok banking malware first discovered in 2020 is back on the scene with significant upgrades. One of the advancements tricks users into supplying sensitive banking information through phishing links and bogus web pages. BBTok's victim list is rapidly growing, with the threat actors suspected of being from Brazil. But you can be sure, it isn't only a threat there. READ FULL STORY

Senior Scams—When Elder Fraud Gets Personal

Last year in the U.S., nearly two-thirds of scam victims were seniors. Whether family, friend or neighbor, many of us know a senior citizen. But one thing many of us don’t know is how vulnerable they are to cybercrime. The FBI reports those aged 60+ are potential victims of a nearly $3.5 billion criminal scheme to defraud this at-risk group, and it’s only getting worse. The reasons behind the attacks are simple. It's about money and trust. READ FULL STORY

Gmail Tech Support Exposes New Threats From AI

A significant cybersecurity breach involving Gmail raised alarms across the tech community late in 2024. Hackers leveraged advanced AI techniques to create a sophisticated scheme involving account recovery phishing emails that were nearly indistinguishable from legitimate communications. And, to make it even more believable, they were followed up with a phone call from a “Gmail tech support person,” throwing everyone a phishing curveball. READ FULL STORY