A Scammer Can Wreak Havoc With Your Online Banking Account Number

Most people know to protect their Social Security number, debit card PIN, or online banking password. But many don’t realize that something far more ordinary—your bank account number—can also be a goldmine for scammers. It may not seem sensitive at first glance (after all, it’s printed on every check), but in the wrong hands, it can lead to serious financial trouble. While banks often catch suspicious activity, scammers know that many people don’t check their accounts daily, giving them time to slip transactions through. READ FULL STORY

Did Your Browser Crash? A Helpful Hacker Will Help You Fix It

Your computer suddenly freezes. The browser crashes, and a warning message pops up saying your system has been compromised. Before you can even figure out what’s happening, the phone rings and someone claiming to be from tech support offers to help fix the problem. It sounds convenient, even reassuring. Unfortunately, that helpful voice on the line could be part of a growing scam where hackers intentionally crash a user’s browser and then swoop in pretending to save the day. Knowing how the trick works can help you avoid handing over your company’s information to a criminal. READ FULL STORY

Watch Out For Scammers Pretending To Be FDIC Or OIG Officials

Scammers are increasingly pretending to be officials from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the FDIC Office of Inspector General (OIG). Reaching you by phone, email, text, or even via social media and demanding money or personal information. According to an alert from the FDIC OIG, these impersonation scams often use official-sounding names, real official-looking seals or logos, and urgent or threatening language to seem legitimate. READ FULL STORY

Scary Mac Attack Locks Browsers

A scareware attack is targeting Mac users, tricking them into believing their computer has been locked by Apple. Cybercriminals use a browser-based pop-up scam that mimics Apple’s official "Find My Mac" lock screen. Researchers at LayerX Labs have been tracking this for a while now. For this ruse, a fake lock screen appears after users visit compromised or malicious websites, creating panic and pressuring them into taking immediate action. READ FULL STORY

Phishing Scams Exploit Pricey Auto-Subscription Fears

With email among the top productivity tools in our everyday lives, we know cybercriminals have adopted it for their benefit, too. And now, according to an alert by the National Security Agency (NSA) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), there’s a new and highly lucrative email phishing campaign making the rounds. Both agencies are sounding the alarm about a particular version of this phish, wanting the public to know how it works. READ FULL STORY

The Deepfake Boss Boom: Criminals Are Renting AI-Powered Deception

Deepfake technology is becoming cheaper, easier to use, and increasingly available through criminal marketplaces. Security researchers are now reporting a 39% increase in online discussions related to "deepfake-as-a-service" offerings, where cybercriminals can purchase AI-generated voices, videos, and identities on demand. The trend is fueling a new wave of business fraud, impersonation scams, and social engineering attacks that can fool even experienced professionals. As deepfake tools become more sophisticated, organizations and individuals must rethink how they verify identities and protect themselves from increasingly convincing digital deception. READ FULL STORY

Cyber Thieves Stuff Some Chiken With Your Credentials

Thousands of Chick-fil-A customers are being reminded why reusing passwords can be risky after cybercriminals targeted customer loyalty accounts in a credential stuffing attack. Instead of breaking into Chick-fil-A's systems, attackers used usernames and passwords stolen from previous data breaches at other companies to try logging into customer accounts. The incident serves as another reminder that one reused password can put multiple online accounts at risk, even when the company itself has not been hacked. READ FULL STORY

Critical Malware Threat Targets Gmail and Outlook

Recently, a critical email threat targeting Gmail and Outlook users has come to light. Security researchers have identified malware campaigns distributing VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivityStealer threats, which can compromise these users. They are designed to steal PII and other information by gathering keystrokes and taking screenshots. HP Wolf Security is warning of a malware threat that hides inside images that are delivered to the inboxes of Gmail and Outlook users. READ FULL STORY

Are Text Message Sign-In Links Safe?

Millions of people may be unknowingly exposed by “sign-in” links sent via text message. A recent study from researchers at several universities in the U.S. found that poorly secured SMS login links can be guessed or reused by attackers, opening the door to account takeovers and data theft. While it's convenient to not have to create an account and keep track of yet another password, those links often have predictable or weak security tokens at the end of their URLs. Attackers with only basic tools can guess or tweak these tokens to access other users’ accounts.  READ FULL STORY

81 Million Login Attempts Later: Why Reusing Passwords Is Still So Dangerous

More than 81 million login attempts targeted Microsoft 365 accounts in just two weeks, according to security researchers tracking a massive password-spraying campaign. Rather than trying to crack a single account, cybercriminals tested stolen usernames and commonly used passwords across millions of accounts, hoping someone had reused an old password. The attack succeeded against dozens of organizations, proving once again that weak or recycled passwords remain one of the easiest ways for criminals to break into online accounts. READ FULL STORY

Microsoft Just Fixed 400+ Security Holes. Yes, You Should Update Windows.

If your Windows computer has been asking you to install an update, this is one request you probably should not ignore. Microsoft's latest security update fixes more than 400 vulnerabilities, including dozens of serious flaws and one that attackers are already exploiting. You do not need to understand CVE numbers, hacking techniques or cybersecurity jargon to protect yourself. For everyday Windows users, the most important message is remarkably simple: update your computer, restart it when asked and do not give cybercriminals an open door that Microsoft has already provided a key to close. READ FULL STORY

Why Local Government Hacks Matter to Everyone

Paying property taxes, filing court paperwork, renewing permits, or simply calling a county office are everyday tasks most of us take for granted. But a recent cyberattack against Delaware County, Pennsylvania, shows how quickly those services can grind to a halt when hackers target local government. While officials continue investigating what information may have been accessed, the incident is another reminder that cyberattacks don't just affect big corporations. They can disrupt the public services millions of Americans rely on every day and may put sensitive personal information at risk. READ FULL STORY