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Amatera: How the prolific infostealer works and spreads

Amatera: How the prolific infostealer works and spreads

Amatera: How the prolific infostealer works and spreads

The malware that topped ESET’s infostealer detections in Latin America in the first half of 2026 is an example of how cybercrime has professionalized

Mario Micucci • 29 Oct 2026


Is the ad a scam? How to tell before you click

Is the ad a scam? How to tell before you click

Is the ad a scam? How to tell before you click

You can trust a social media platform and still get scammed by an ad running on it

Phil Muncaster • 20 Oct 2026


Inbox flooded with sign-up messages? Email bombing explained

Inbox flooded with sign-up messages? Email bombing explained

Inbox flooded with sign-up messages? Email bombing explained

If you’re suddenly being overwhelmed with sign-up emails, it could very well be a sign of something more serious

Phil Muncaster • 16 Oct 2026


Medicare scam calls, texts and ads: What to watch for this Open Enrollment

Medicare scam calls, texts and ads: What to watch for this Open Enrollment

Medicare scam calls, texts and ads: What to watch for this Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment is peak season for Medicare fraud – here’s how to tell real outreach from fakes and keep your details safe

Phil Muncaster • 14 Oct 2026


What to do when a data breach notice doesn't say much

What to do when a data breach notice doesn't say much

What to do when a data breach notice doesn't say much

Data breach notifications are telling victims less than ever. What the company leaves out can still shape what you do next.

Phil Muncaster • 12 Oct 2026


Inside a brand deal scam targeting YouTube creators

Inside a brand deal scam targeting YouTube creators

Inside a brand deal scam targeting YouTube creators

A plausible-sounding sponsorship offer could mask an attempt to compromise your Google account

Christian Ali Bravo • 07 Oct 2026


Timeshare exit scams: From fake buyers to recovery fraud

Timeshare exit scams: From fake buyers to recovery fraud

Timeshare exit scams: From fake buyers to recovery fraud

Con artists are targeting timeshare owners who want out – and some victims are hit twice

Phil Muncaster • 29 Sep 2026


Is that vibe coded app safe? 5 checks before you download

Is that vibe coded app safe? 5 checks before you download

Is that vibe coded app safe? 5 checks before you download

As AI lets anyone build software, here’s how to vet that shiny new app before it exposes your data

Phil Muncaster • 25 Sep 2026


Been told to pay at a Bitcoin ATM? Read this first

Been told to pay at a Bitcoin ATM? Read this first

Been told to pay at a Bitcoin ATM? Read this first

Crypto ATM scams often follow a predictable script – here’s how to recognize it and what to do if you’ve already been caught out

Phil Muncaster • 24 Sep 2026