Scams to look out for this holiday season
‘Tis the season to be wary – be on your guard and don’t let fraud ruin your shopping spree. As the mercury starts to dip and the...
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ESET Expert
Nov 25
My information was stolen. Now what?
The slow and painful recovery process. Back in May 2023, I wrote the blogpost You may not care where you download software from, but...
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Nov 20
What is “scam likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls
Tired of dodging all those ‘scam likely’ calls? Here’s what’s behind the label and how to stay one step ahead of phone scammers. Despite...
ESET Expert
Oct 22
Google Voice scams: What are they and how do I avoid them?
Watch out for schemes where fraudsters trick people into sharing verification codes so they can gain access to their phone numbers. In...
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Oct 21
Quishing attacks are targeting electric car owners: Here’s how to slam on the brakes
Ever alert to fresh money-making opportunities, fraudsters are blending physical and digital threats to steal drivers’ payment details....
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Sep 12
6 common Geek Squad scams and how to defend against them
Learn about the main tactics used by scammers impersonating Best Buy’s tech support arm and how to avoid falling for their tricks. For...
ESET Expert
Aug 19
Why scammers want your phone number
Your phone number is more than just a way to contact you – scammers can use it to target you with malicious messages and even exploit it...
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Aug 12
Top 6 Craigslist scams: Don’t fall for these tricks
Here’s how to spot and dodge scams when searching for stuff on the classified ads website that offers almost everything under the sun....
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Aug 6
Annoying but necessary: How to decrease the burden of authentication requirements
Authentication mechanisms are a vital aspect of cybersecurity deserving adequate protection, but increasing complexity makes them an...
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Jul 16
Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number
Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Here’s how it could fall into the wrong hands – and how you can help keep...
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