How To Stay Safe Online

How the scam works: Piggybacking on the success and the audiences of well-known mobile applications, cyber-criminals create fake apps or websites that are meant to steal your personal information. Using illegally apps' logos and branding, crooks invent spin-off apps or features that are claiming to be part of the “new marketing strategy”. The latest hoax […]

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How the scam works: (with video below) Do you remember the last time you wanted to go to a concert, game, or event that was sold out? How about one that was sold out within minutes? Well, nowadays there is more to it than people physically waiting in line or just buying on the Internet […]

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How the scam works: In a recent press release, ESET announced that its researchers "have discovered more than 30 fake applications available for download on the Google Play Store. The malicious applications, which pretended to be cheats for the popular Minecraft game, have been installed by more than 600,000 Android users worldwide. None of the […]

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Western Union Scam: How It Works (with video below) Western Union is one of the best and fast ways to send money overseas, being used in pretty much every country in the world. Unfortunately, scammers use WU's great features to victimize people all over. What's the newest scam? Watch the video below to see the […]

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Domain Name Trademark Certification Fraud: How It Works We received this tip from a reader who almost fell for the Domain Name Trademark Certification scam, aka the Certified Domain Email. It happens when somebody offers to purchase your website and domain name. How does the scam work and how to stay safe online? The scam […]

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Here are 3 Fiverr scams you should avoid today. From solo ad blasts to negative feedback, here are the top fraudulent moves on Fiverr.

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How the scam works: (with video) GameOver Zeus is bank-credential stealing malware that works in tandem with Cryptolocker to extort money from victims around the world. This modified Trojan bug is transferred through email, through official-looking emails that trick you into clicking links that will infect your computer. GOZeus goes through all of your documents […]

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How the scam works: (with video) Tyupkin is a virus that allows criminals to withdraw money—up to 40 banknotes—from an ATM. The malware is very difficult to access. It is installed on-location, via a bootable CD. When the scammer enters the correct password, a screen pops up telling them how much money is on each […]

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PlayStation 4 Giveaway scam alert! Watch out for this scam with a promise for a free PS4. Here is how it works:

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How the Online Poker Scams Work: Online poker has become such a popular game that scammers are enjoying a smooth ride when it comes to cashing out on your behalf. There are 5 variations: The Cash Out, Deposit, Poker Affiliate, Poker Room Employee, and Anonymous. Feel free to report in the Comments section any fraudulent names […]

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How the scams work: (with video below) Tablets have gained a tremendous popularity in the past few years. Having a perfect size, between a mobile phone and a laptop, tablets are now 'the thing' to own. Let's say you're looking to buy an iPad Air, but want a good deal. That's when you go online. […]

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Rugby World Cup 2019 Tickets Scam The police recently released an alert for rugby fans about the fraudulent sales of seat tickets for upcoming Rugby World Cup 2019, competition hosted by Japan between Sep 20 – Nov 2, 2019. The law enforcement agency said it has uncovered proof that seat tickets for the occasion are […]

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How the scams work: (with video below) Tablets and smartphones have gained a tremendous popularity in the past few years. Having a perfect size for their purpose, these two types of devices are now 'the things' to own. However, be careful about the latest scam in regards used tablets and smartphones for sale, coming to […]

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Spying App Scam: How It Works (video below) According to a press release sent out recently, SnoopWall – the world's first counterveillance security software company – has issued a consumer protection advisory that consumers should delete their flashlight apps immediately. SnoopWall's cybersecurity experts confirmed that "all flashlight app users are being spied on and warn that flashlight apps […]

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iPhone 6 and iPhone 7 Scams: How They Work (with video below) There are new iPhone 6 and iPhone 7 scams still making rounds this month. The most prevalent is a new twist in the Bait and Switch scheme. How does it work? Watch the video below to see in action the Bait and […]

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uShip Scam: How It Works uShip is a great company that helps people all over the world with their shipping needs. The service saves buyers and sellers time and money by connecting them quickly to thousands of customer-rated transport companies, that could move anything from cars and cranes to furniture and horses. People who are […]

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