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Fake Refund APP Scams Steal Banking Info, Cash

Mobile Security

Fake Refund APP Scams Steal Banking Info, Cash

Who wouldn’t love a message from their bank about a hefty refund coming their way? Most of us would, and that’s why this latest refund scam is, well, breaking the bank. It’s called “authorized push payment” (APP) fraud, and trusting consumers are handing their most sensitive banking information to fraudsters. APP scams make big promises but they’re really another form of phishing. Take a look at what to watch for with these latest scams. READ FULL STORY

Scams & Phishing

Fake Zoom Link Delivers Malware
By: Jim Stickley and Tina Davis
February 25, 2026

This latest crypto crime uses phishing and a malicious, fake Zoom link to steal cryptocurrency. With just one click, unsuspecting targets find their crypto accounts drained by a devious cyberattack. Here’s more of what you need to know about this new and sophisticated crime. This scam uses a socially engineered approach by targeting specific “high value” individuals and using the ever-popular Zoom link to succeed. And, unfortunately, there is really no limit to what this scam can capture. READ FULL STORY

FBI Warns of Surge in Account Takeover Scams Targeting Everyone

Scams & Phishing

FBI Warns of Surge in Account Takeover Scams Targeting Everyone

The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center issued an alert in about sophisticated account takeover schemes that are draining victims’ financial accounts, including investment portfolio accounts. And it’s not a slow-moving scam either. It’s moving at an alarming rate, and everyone should take care not to fall victim. Cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in online accounts to steal funds, with losses reaching millions of dollars and are becoming more difficult to detect. READ FULL STORY
Watch Out for Scammers Targeting Social Security and VA Benefits

Scams & Phishing

Watch Out for Scammers Targeting Social Security and VA Benefits

Cybercriminals never miss a chance to prey on trust, and they’ve found a fresh batch of victims by zeroing in on Social Security and Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. These scams aren’t flashy or complicated—they’re designed to trigger fear, urgency, and confusion. After all, no one wants to believe they’re in trouble with the government, which makes these scams all the more attractive for scammers. And unfortunately, they’ve been working. READ FULL STORY
LastPass Users Targeted by Fake Backup Phishing Scam

Scams & Phishing

LastPass Users Targeted by Fake Backup Phishing Scam

LastPass users are being targeted by phishing emails urging “urgent vault backups” before fake maintenance. These messages aim to steal master passwords by leading victims to counterfeit sites. Attackers are sending deceptive emails claiming LastPass will perform scheduled maintenance and that users must “backup your password vault within 24 hours.” It’s no surprise that it leads to phishing sites designed to capture your master password. READ FULL STORY

Scams & Phishing

Social Media Free Giveaway Scams Come With Hefty Costs
By: Jim Stickley and Tina Davis
February 20, 2026

That $1,000 Amazon gift card you were promised for filling out a survey was never intended to be paid but is in fact a giveaway scam you just fell for. You may think there’s no real harm in filling out a bogus survey, but the real thing about these scams is that it’s stealing your PII (personally identifiable information). The enduring and timeless nature of scam giveaways show that, people don’t change much when it comes to getting something for nothing. READ FULL STORY

Chameleon Malware Changes Its Colors Again

Mobile Security

Chameleon Malware Changes Its Colors Again

Android malware is constantly advancing and acquiring new frightening capabilities. Chameleon is the name of a trojan that was designed to infiltrate Android Operating Systems. This program can obtain data, with a particular focus on financial information, and carry out numerous other malicious activities; none that are in your favor. Even more worrying is that the Chameleon Android malware received an upgrade making it new and improved from that of its former self. READ FULL STORY
Malware Upgrades Attack On Banking Customers

Scams & Phishing

Malware Upgrades Attack On Banking Customers

A banking malware is making its way through the Americas and North America could be next. BBTok banking malware first discovered in 2020 is back on the scene with significant upgrades. One of the advancements tricks users into supplying sensitive banking information through phishing links and bogus web pages. BBTok's victim list is rapidly growing, with the threat actors suspected of being from Brazil. But you can be sure, it isn't only a threat there. READ FULL STORY
Exposed—149M Gmail and Other Online Account Credentials

Identity Theft

Exposed—149M Gmail and Other Online Account Credentials

A massive credential leak recently came to light that may affect you. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered a publicly accessible database containing more than 149 million unique usernames and passwords from hundreds of services. This treasure trove of information was compiled from records stolen by infostealer malware that quietly harvested login data from infected devices and uploaded it to a cloud repository that was left unsecured and unencrypted. READ FULL STORY
Experts Warn: Malvertising on the Rise

Scams & Phishing

Experts Warn: Malvertising on the Rise

The name is short for malicious advertising, but malvertising’s long record of infecting devices is growing fast. Last fall, Malwarebytes found month-to-month, a 42% increase in malvertising in the U.S. It’s a strong message that users need to be hyper-aware of these aggressive and hazardous online ads. Cybercriminals use malvertising to download malicious code onto a device. Once a device is infected, any number of cyberattacks can happen. READ FULL STORY
Money Mule Scams Are More Common Than You Would Expect

Education

Money Mule Scams Are More Common Than You Would Expect

A money mule scam is when someone sends money to you and asks you to send a portion of it to someone else. They often ask you to use gift cards or wire transfers. The money they are providing you is likely stolen. Drug trafficking and human tracking are also common sources of the money, and they're lying about the reason they need you to send it. The relationship, job, prize or other reason they use is not real and they are only using you to launder money.  READ FULL STORY
Building Strong Passwords Using The “Don’ts” Of Password Security

Your Security

Building Strong Passwords Using The “Don’ts” Of Password Security

Much is made of the importance strong passwords give to online account security, and for good reason. That’s because password cracking is often the first step for a hacker looking to break into an account – your account. A formidable password can make a cybercriminal give-up and move onto the next potential victim. But what’s also important and often overlooked is what not to do when creating a password. Consider the “don’ts” of weak password creation as reminders of what not to do. READ FULL STORY
Think Before You Tap: Malicious Apps Are Slipping Into Google Play

Mobile Security

Think Before You Tap: Malicious Apps Are Slipping Into Google Play

You think all apps in the Google Play Store are safe? Think again. While Google does have security check processes in place, some bad apps still make it into the store. A recent analysis by Zscaler reveals a significant surge in malicious app downloads from the Google Play Store, highlighting the escalating risk for Android users. Between June 2024 and May 2025, the firm identified a large number of harmful applications collectively installed tens of millions of times from the official App Store. READ FULL STORY
New Disturbing and “Deadly” Phishing Attack Targets LastPass Users

Scams & Phishing

New Disturbing and “Deadly” Phishing Attack Targets LastPass Users

In what may be one of the more twisted phishing campaigns we’ve seen lately, users of the password manager LastPass are being told a “death certificate has been uploaded” in their name. But clearly, they are alive. This attack has been ongoing and is expected to continue. According to some reports, the phishers are even calling victims on the phone, using social engineering techniques and getting the login details. So how can you make sure you're in charge of your password manager account? READ FULL STORY




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