Keeping Your Information More Private and Out of the Hands of Attackers

It’s no secret, especially after the recent revelation of the NPD breach, that our information is everywhere online. This is true whether we intentionally allowed it or not. There are numerous websites that collect information about us and post it online. Many are “people search” sites. If you’ve ever looked up an unfamiliar phone number, some of these likely showed up. Well-known lookup sites have all kinds of information on all of us. The challenge is to keep this information from making you a victim of a phishing attack or identity theft. 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

Looking for Love? You Can Keep Your Heart Break-Free From These Scams

Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but love never leaves the air. So many are looking for love, or searching for a dinner or movie companion to combat lurking loneliness. It's always a good time to take a look at the various online dating scams that are always searching for your love and to provide a few tips on detecting them as well as others that may come up. There is no need to despair. There are signs to look for and ways to avoid being caught out by these scams and others. READ FULL STORY

Fake Refund APP Scams Steal Banking Info, Cash

Who wouldn’t love a message from their bank about a hefty refund coming their way? Most of us would, and that’s why this latest refund scam is, well, breaking the bank. It’s called “authorized push payment” (APP) fraud, and trusting consumers are handing their most sensitive banking information to fraudsters. APP scams make big promises but they’re really another form of phishing. Take a look at what to watch for with these latest scams. READ FULL STORY

Autofill Ambush — When Your Browser Gives Away More Than You Typed

That handy autofill feature in your browser is supposed to save you time. Just start typing and your email, address, or even credit card details magically appear. Convenient, right? Unfortunately, that same shortcut could also be handing over more information than you realize. Security researchers have found that hidden fields on web pages can quietly collect extra data from your browser without you ever seeing it happen. It’s a subtle trick that turns a helpful feature into a potential data leak, and knowing how it works could keep your personal information out of the wrong hands. READ FULL STORY

The Truth About Temu Shopping App Gives Reasons To Delete It

Temu, the insanely popular Chinese-owned discount marketplace app is creating a stir in the U.S. With help from 50 million+ Americans now onboard, Temu snuck into first place bypassing Amazon, Walmart, and Shein with its global number of app users. And like any app you consider downloading, Temu deserves a closer look first. Not long after Temu’s U.S. launch during last year’s Superbowl, the app came under scrutiny from disillusioned customers and cybersecurity professionals, but for very different reasons. READ FULL STORY

Watch Out for Passport Renewal Scams Before Your International Getaway

While summer travel season is in full swing, any time is a good time to travel internationally. That’s unless your passport has expired or is expiring soon. Many Americans are discovering their passports are indeed in that predicament. Unfortunately, scammers know travelers are often in a hurry and use that urgency to their advantage. Fake passport renewal websites, fraudulent expedited processing services, phishing emails, and identity theft schemes are all targeting people trying to prepare for international trips. Before entering personal information or paying renewal fees online, travelers should understand the warning signs of passport fraud and the steps they can take to protect their money, personal data, and travel plans. READ FULL STORY

Red, White and Beware! July 4 Holiday Scams Set to Explode

The Fourth of July is a time for fireworks, family gatherings, road trips, and online shopping deals. Unfortunately, cybercriminals and scammers see holiday weekends as prime opportunities to target distracted consumers. From fake vacation rental listings and bogus travel websites to fraudulent package delivery texts and counterfeit online sales, scammers are finding new ways to separate people from their money and personal information. Before celebrating Independence Day, learn which scams are expected to surge this holiday weekend and the simple steps you can take to stay safe. READ FULL STORY

Fancy Bear Turns Your Router Into a Spy

Most people think of their router as that little box in the corner that makes the internet work. Set it and forget it. Unfortunately, Russian state-sponsored hackers see it a bit differently. Security agencies recently warned that the notorious hacking group Fancy Bear has been compromising vulnerable TP-Link routers and quietly turning them into surveillance tools. By hijacking router settings, the attackers can redirect internet traffic, steal login credentials, and spy on online activity without victims ever realizing it. The good news? A few simple security steps can make your router a much harder target. READ FULL STORY

Bug Lurks in the Firefox Browser Engine. Update Now

A security flaw in Mozilla Firefox, highlights why browser updates matter more than ever. The vulnerability involves a heap buffer overflow, a component used to process certain video content on the web. Ok, that’s a bit technical, but suffice it to say, in the worst-case scenario, attackers could potentially exploit this flaw to execute malicious code, crash the browser, or manipulate how Firefox behaves if a specially crafted media file or webpage is loaded. READ FULL STORY

This Cunning Account Takeover Robbed A “Cybersmart” User’s Account

While banking online, this person received a message saying her account had been compromised and provided her a phone number to call. A woman in New York learned the hard way that even those who know the tell-tale signs of a cyberattack can be fooled. She fell victim to an account takeover (ATO) of her financial accounts – to the tune of over $30,000. Know that all types of accounts are vulnerable to ATOs, and not just those that are financial. READ FULL STORY

Spectrum Breach Exposes Vulnerability in Our Voices

A single phone call may have opened the door to one of the largest reported telecom data breaches of 2026, so far. Charter Communications, the company behind Spectrum internet, cable, and mobile services, has confirmed a cybersecurity incident after the notorious hacking group ShinyHunters claimed to have stolen millions of customer records. Charter disputes the scope of the theft and says sensitive customer information was not exposed. However, this is another incident highlighting how social engineering attacks continue to thwart even the most sophisticated security systems and strategies. READ FULL STORY