Cybercriminals are combining social engineering through apps like FaceTime with unpatched devices to steal credentials and drain bank accounts. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Warning: Scammers are using FaceTime to empty bank accounts
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The inside job that cost ransomware victims millions
Instead of helping victims negotiate with BlackCat, a trusted ransomware negotiator secretly helped the gang extort them. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The inside job that cost ransomware victims millions
Trusting your kids online isn’t enough (Lock and Code S07E14)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Anna Brading about what actually works in keeping her kids safe online. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Trusting your kids online isn’t enough…
Ghostcommit attack hides malicious AI instructions in images
A proof-of-concept attack hides prompt injection in a PNG file, turning routine code reviews into a path for secret theft. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Ghostcommit attack hides malicious AI instructions in images
Fake crypto gift card sites are getting harder to spot
Scam crypto gift card stores look almost identical to the real thing. One wrong click can leave you with no card and no way to get your money back. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article:…
A week in security (July 6 – July 12)
A list of topics we covered in the week of July 6 to July 12 of 2026 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (July 6 – July 12)
This new Windows malware can take over your PC and wipe it clean
GigaWiper is a remote access Trojan that can spy on victims and permanently wipe their systems in three different ways. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: This new Windows malware can take over your PC…
How mule betting scams recruit ordinary people
Easy-money offers to open a gambling account could make you part of a money laundering operation. Here’s how to spot a mule betting scam. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How mule betting scams recruit…
Two Chrome updates in two days fix critical vulnerabilities
Chrome updates are arriving within days of each other. Learn how to update Chrome and check if you’re running the latest version. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Two Chrome updates in two days fix…
6.9 million driver’s license numbers stolen from AssuranceAmerica
Millions of AssuranceAmerica customers are being notified after attackers accessed driver’s license numbers and other personal information. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 6.9 million driver’s license numbers stolen from AssuranceAmerica
How World Cup crypto prediction sites take your money
Crypto prediction games promise easy wins, but some are little more than token sales or outright scams. Here’s what to look for. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How World Cup crypto prediction sites take…
Microsoft fixes RoguePlanet zero-day in Defender
The RoguePlanet zero-day is now fixed in Microsoft Defender. Here’s how to make sure your system is protected. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft fixes RoguePlanet zero-day in Defender
Turn off this Meta setting before someone generates AI images of you
Meta’s new Muse Image tool lets anyone generate AI images of you from your public Insta profile. You won’t be notified, and it’s on by default. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Turn off this…
Your next car could be watching your face
Driver-monitoring technology is becoming mandatory in new cars, but privacy experts warn it could create new risks alongside the safety benefits. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Your next car could be watching your face
How the Reddit and Discord false report scam steals accounts
Scammers are tricking Reddit and Discord users into handing over login codes by claiming they were involved in a false report. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How the Reddit and Discord false report scam…
Fake Netflix, Coca-Cola, and FIFA job scams target marketers
A fake recruiter phishing campaign uses trusted brands, nested redirects, and fake Google prompts to steal accounts. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake Netflix, Coca-Cola, and FIFA job scams target marketers
Claude Code’s hidden tracker was an “experiment,” says Anthropic
Anthropic’s hidden Claude Code tracker has raised new questions about prompt steganography and developer trust. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Claude Code’s hidden tracker was an “experiment,” says Anthropic
Scammers are using AI to sell impossible flowers
AI-generated flower scams are blooming online, with scammers using fake images to sell seeds for plants that don’t exist, like these “cat’s face orchids.” This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scammers are using AI to…
How to tell if an image is AI-generated
Scammers are using AI-generated images to make fake stories more convincing. Here’s how to separate real from fake. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How to tell if an image is AI-generated
Choose your WhatsApp username carefully
WhatsApp is introducing usernames to help protect your phone number. Just make sure you don’t undermine that privacy by choosing the wrong one. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Choose your WhatsApp username carefully