FakeCaptcha scams—When the “I’m not a robot” button is a trap
How many times you’ve clicked the “I’m not a robot” CAPTCHA checkbox without a second thought? We’ve all done it … countless times. It’s such a familiar step that we don’t question it. And, cybercriminals have taken note of that. ... Read More
10 telltale signs of a fake giveaway on social media
Who wants a free phone or gift cards? Perhaps a free vacation? It’s easy to understand the allure of giveaways on social media. But here's the catch: not all giveaways are real. Fake giveaways are one of the many traps scammers use to steal your personal data, money, or even ... Read More
Ransomware is doubling down—What you need to know about the recent surge
You might have heard of ransomware before—maybe even seen stories of people or businesses getting locked out of their own files unless they pay up. Well, brace yourself because ransomware attacks kept their momentum going from Q2 to Q3/2024, doubling the attacks compared to the previous quarter. That’s right, they’ve ... Read More
Adware on the rise—Why your phone isn’t as safe as you think
Picture this: you download a harmless-looking app, maybe a phone cleaner or a new browser, only to find your screen bombarded by ads. Irritating, to say the least. ... Read More
Smart holiday shopping—How to safely secure deals and discounts for the hottest gifts
Oh, the holidays! A time for cheer, a time for joy, a time for ... a whole lot of shopping. As gift lists grow, shoppers are hitting the internet in search of the most popular items, hoping to score the perfect deal along the way. ... Read More
Baby Reindeer—The dangers of real-life stalkers
Hollywood loves a good thriller—and so do many of us. From Fatal Attraction to You, stalking is a recurring theme that keeps viewers glued to their screens. One of the latest installments in this genre, Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, pulls no punches in showing the terrifying lengths stalkers will go to, ... Read More
Deep web horror stories from the dark side of the internet
If you thought the surface web was the whole internet, think again. The dark web is where things get really strange—and sometimes dangerous. It's filled with underground websites that aren't indexed by search engines, and that’s where some of the internet’s most disturbing stories begin ... Read More
How AI is being used this 2024 election season
AI has been quite the hot topic this year. It’s no wonder there’s been a lot of discussion, not just about its futuristic potential, but about its impact on the elections ... Read More
How to spot scammers when making political donations
With elections around the corner, it’s important to stay sharp about when it comes to your political donations. Scammers are taking advantage of the election season, and—as AI continues to advance—it’s becoming trickier to distinguish real requests from fake ones ... Read More
Voting for the first time—4 cybersecurity tips for new voters
Voting for the first time? It’s a big deal, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you're excited or just trying to get through it, there are a few things you’ll want to know—not just about casting your vote, but also about keeping your personal information safe while doing ... Read More
