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There are many ways that scammers operate. Here are some of the most common:
Phishing: This is a type of scam where the scammer sends an email or text message that looks like it’s from a legitimate company. The email or text message will often contain a link that, when clicked, will take the victim to a fake website that looks like the real website. The fake website will then ask the victim to enter their personal information, such as their username, password, and credit card number.
Advance fee fraud: This is a type of scam where the scammer promises the victim a large sum of money, but they need the victim to send them money upfront in order to receive it. The scammer will often claim to be a government official, a wealthy businessman, or a relative of a deceased person.
Romance scams: This is a type of scam where the scammer creates a fake online persona and uses it to form a romantic relationship with the victim. The scammer will often use emotional appeals to convince the victim to send them money.
Tech support scams: This is a type of scam where the scammer calls the victim and claims that there is a problem with their computer. The scammer will then offer to fix the problem for a fee.
Imposter scams: This is a type of scam where the scammer pretends to be someone they’re not, such as a government official or a business representative. The scammer will often use this to trick the victim into giving them money or personal information.
Inheritance Scam An inheritance scam is a type of fraud where scammers claim that you have been named as a beneficiary in a will or have inherited money or property from a distant relative or stranger. The goal of these scams is to deceive you into providing personal information, paying fees or taxes upfront, or […]
Tech support scams are a type of fraud where Cybercriminals attempt to trick individuals into believing that their computer or device has a problem that requires immediate fixing. These scammers often pose as legitimate tech support technicians or representatives from well-known companies, and they try to convince their victims to provide them with access to […]
Cyber criminals, based overseas and concentrated in Nigeria, send scam emails to law firms on a daily basis in an effort to fraudulently extract IOLTA funds and enrich themselves. Because of the increasing prevalence of these ventures, attorneys need to understand how such cons work and to protect themselves against fraud. The scam begins with […]
IRS Warns of a New Wave of Attacks Focused on Tax Professionals WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today warned tax professionals of a new wave of attacks that allow identity thieves to file fraudulent tax returns by remotely taking over practitioners’ computers. As part of the Security Summit effort, the IRS urged tax professionals […]
Vacation and Travel Scams The American Hotel and Lodging Association says 15 million scam reservations were made last year that cost consumers over one billion dollars. The agency warned citizens to be wary of robocalls, emails or faxes offering promotional travel packages purported to have been offered by legitimate travel agencies, such as Expedia, Travelocity, […]
Rio Olympics Cyber Scams, Hacking Election Polls: This Week’s Top Mobile News, Security Edition A Rio Olympics mobile travel advisory is in effect. Travelers to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, be on the lookout for free Wi-Fi network scams and malicious apps. Mobile security company Skycure identified fake Wi-Fi networks in Rio […]
What is Information security? Security means surety of not breaching personal information. It is also known as safeguard or the bail. Information security means we are protecting our self or our personal data from the unauthorized access, data modification, data disclosure or the data breaching. Information security is an essential part of the IT field […]
Abuse: The Warning Signs There are a number of different ways elder abuse can occur. Some of the signs that this abuse is occurring include: Withdrawal from activities, lack of alertness or unusual behavior Physical injuries such as blisters, burns or pressure marks that do not have an explanation to fit the pattern Unexplained sexually […]
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 1 in 4 people are targeted by internet fraud each year and a whopping 800,000 people fall victim to these scams. It is becoming increasingly important for consumers to be aware of the many ways that they can be defrauded. Fraudsters are becoming ever more cunning as they […]
With businesses spreading wide across the globe, several people are encouraged to start their business online and earn their living. However, the main question that runs in everyone’s head is how to make payments online when one is sitting far away from the company he is tied up to. People also worry about how to […]