Word to the wise: Beware of fake Docusign emails

— May 27^th 2025 at 09:00

Cybercriminals impersonate the trusted e-signature brand and send fake Docusign notifications to trick people into giving away their personal or corporate data

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Catching a phish with many faces

— May 9^th 2025 at 09:00

Here’s a brief dive into the murky waters of shape-shifting attacks that leverage dedicated phishing kits to auto-generate customized login pages on the fly

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Beware of phone scams demanding money for ‘missed jury duty’

— May 7^th 2025 at 09:00

When we get the call, it’s our legal responsibility to attend jury service. But sometimes that call won’t come from the courts – it will be a scammer.

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Toll road scams are in overdrive: Here’s how to protect yourself

— May 6^th 2025 at 09:00

Have you received a text message about an unpaid road toll? Make sure you’re not the next victim of a smishing scam.

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How fraudsters abuse Google Forms to spread scams

— April 23^rd 2025 at 09:00

The form and quiz-building tool is a popular vector for social engineering and malware. Here’s how to stay safe.

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CapCut copycats are on the prowl

— April 17^th 2025 at 09:00

Cybercriminals lure content creators with promises of cutting-edge AI wizardry, only to attempt to steal their data or hijack their devices instead

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Hackers phish for data with fake Apple Watch giveaway

— March 12^th 2015 at 14:13

Apple fans keen to get their hands on the Apple Watch are advised to think before they click, after hackers exploited a wave of enthusiasm around the launch with a phishing scam linked to a fake giveaway.

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Is your valentine for real? Six signs you might be falling for an online dating scam

— February 12^th 2015 at 13:50

With Valentine’s Day nearly upon us, millions will be looking for love online. Here's six online dating scams to look out for.

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Android scam: Firms fined over $500,000 for malicious apps' hidden subscriptions

— December 11^th 2014 at 13:17

Three UK firms have been fined over $500,000 for a scam that involved Android apps signing up to a subscription service, and suppressing notifications informing the victim they were being charged, according to The Guardian.

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4Chan: destructive hoaxes and the Internet of Not Things

— September 25^th 2014 at 22:03

The media have associated a number of destructive hoaxes with 4chan: people need some historical perspective on how the site actually works.

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No, you’re not fired – but beware of job termination scams

— February 18^th 2025 at 10:00

Some employment scams take an unexpected turn as cybercriminals shift from “hiring” to “firing” staff

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How AI-driven identity fraud is causing havoc

— February 11^th 2025 at 10:00

Deepfake fraud, synthetic identities, and AI-powered scams make identity theft harder to detect and prevent – here's how to fight back

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Going (for) broke: 6 common online betting scams and how to avoid them

— January 28^th 2025 at 10:00

Don’t roll the dice on your online safety – watch out for bogus sports betting apps and other traps commonly set by scammers

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Scams to look out for this holiday season

— November 28^th 2024 at 10:00

‘Tis the season to be wary – be on your guard and don’t let fraud ruin your shopping spree

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Protect yourself from ticketing scams ahead of the Premier League Summer Series USA Tour

By: Tony Anscombe — July 18^th 2023 at 09:30

There is a significant secondary marketplace where tickets can sell for several times their original value, opening the opportunity for scammers and fraud

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