October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month – the perfect time to give your accounts and devices the protection they deserve, and learn about the current threats you face online. While there is no sure-fire way to completely defend your different accounts and devices, there are some general guidelines that everyone can use to fight… Continue Reading
We’ve seen a new twist on the Social Security Administration (SSA) scam recently. Check out this SSA imposter robocall, which says your benefits will end. (That’s not true, by the way.) If you get a call like this, do not press 1. Instead, just hang up. Remember: Your Social Security number is not about to… Continue Reading
You may get really good at spotting the signs of regular phishing attempts: generic greetings, misspellings and typos, phony links, and dire consequences if you don’t act now. But that doesn’t mean it’s time to let down your guard, because you still may be the target of “spear phishing.” Spear phishing attacks are targeted right… Continue Reading
It’s a staggering number. More than 42 million Americans owe a total of nearly $1.5 trillion in student loan debt. It’s no wonder people look for help. But not all help is legit. Scammers are targeting borrowers with student loan debt relief schemes that can actually make things worse. In a new case, the Federal… Continue Reading
If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam. The Federal Trade Commission says Grand Teton is one of those companies. In its lawsuit, the FTC says Grand Teton tricked people into paying… Continue Reading
Hurricane season officially kicks off June 1, which means hurricanes, tornados, fires, and other natural disasters will be in the news. While it’s heartbreaking to see people lose their homes and businesses, it’s more appalling when scammers exploit such tragedies to appeal to your sense of generosity. The FTC shared some tips for making sure… Continue Reading
The latest entertainment scams are just like Trojan Horses—you invite them into your home thinking they’re something awesome, but they actually mean you harm. Back in the old days (in 2017), you “just” had to worry about downloading pirated content you found on the internet because it could contain malware. Now, scammers are selling devices… Continue Reading
When you receive a phone call from a number you don’t know, and the call stops after just one ring, don’t call back. The Federal Communications Commission is noting that this scam is ” back with a vengeance.” The FCC just issued a new advisory about it. The scammer is hoping you’ll call back, because… Continue Reading
Gone are the days when we only needed to be wary of generic emails from unknown senders. As consumers and employees get cyber-savvy, criminals up their game by adding a personal touch to email and phone scams. Scammers are now doing more background research, getting to know more about email addresses, and working to establish… Continue Reading
Tax scam season is upon us and the IRS is providing tips on how to avoid phishing and malware scams. Even if you don’t give the information that a scam email requests, you could still put yourself at risk by clicking on links or opening attachments. Watch this important video to find out how to… Continue Reading
