Victims duped out of US$1.8 million by BEC and romance scam ring
Elderly men and women were the main targets of the romance scams operated by the fraudsters.
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Deepfakes – the bot made me do it
As deepfakes become indistinguishable from reality and the potential for the misuse of synthetic content is virtually endless, what can you do to avoid falling victim to deepfake fraud?
Watch out for these scams targeting Amazon customers
Most people are fans of the convenience Amazon brings to online shopping, and that’s precisely what cybercriminals are betting on.
I hacked my friend’s website after a SIM swap attack
Here’s how easily your phone number could be stolen, why a successful SIM swap scam is only the beginning of your problems, and how you can avoid becoming a victim of the attack
4 common ways scammers use celebrity names to lure victims
All that glitters is not gold – look out for fake celebrity endorsements and other con jobs that aren’t going out of fashion any time soon
Almost $2 billion lost to BEC scams in 2020
Nearly half of reported cybercrime losses in 2020 were the result of BEC fraud, according to an FBI report
Romance scams in 2020: Breaking hearts, wallets – and records
As dating apps experience a boom amid COVID-19, losses to romance scams soar too
Smishing: What it is and why we fall for these scams so easily
Here’s how to spot scams where criminals use deceptive text messages to hook and reel in their marks
5 common scams and how to avoid them
Fraudsters are quick to exploit current events for their own gain, but many schemes do the rounds regardless of what’s making the news. Here are 5 common scams you should look out for.
PayPal users targeted in new SMS phishing campaign
The scam starts with a text warning victims of suspicious activity on their accounts
Would you take the bait? Take our phishing quiz to find out!
Is the message real or fake? Take our Phishing Derby quiz to find out how much you know about phishing.
SIM swap scam: What it is and how to protect yourself
Here’s what to know about attacks where a fraudster has your number, literally and otherwise
Fed shares insight on how to combat synthetic identity fraud
The Federal Reserve looks at ways to counter what is thought to be the fastest-growing type of financial crime in the United States
Scam uses Elon Musk’s name to trick people out of US$2 million in bitcoin
The giveaway scheme uses the tech titan’s name as part of Bitcoin addresses for extra credibility
Survey shows rise in scam robocalls amid COVID‑19 fears
The unsolicited phone calls tout everything from miracle cures to financial relief – here's how you can stay safe
Scams to watch out for not just this Mother’s Day
As you rush to buy something for your mom, con artists will be trying to make a dent in your wallet. Here are some common types of fraud to look out for not only this Mother's Day.
Sextortion scammers still shilling with stolen passwords
The email includes the potential victim’s password as evidence of a hack, but there is more than meets the eye
4:15 p.m.: An urgent message from the CEO
What is CEO fraud, why is it so prevalent, and how can organizations recognize and defend themselves against these scams?
Fraud Prevention Month: How to protect yourself from scams
ESET Chief Security Evangelist Tony Anscombe sat down with us to share his insights on how to avoid falling prey to online fraud
Did someone file your taxes before you?
With tax season – and tax scams – in full swing, here’s how fraudsters can steal your tax refund, and how you can avoid becoming a victim