Losses due to cryptocurrency and BEC scams are soaring
Every type of fraud is on the rise, and 2023 was a particularly devastating year for victims of cryptocurrency and business email compromise (BEC) scams, according to the FBI. Cryptocurrency fraud Based on complaints filed to FBI’s Internet Cri.....»»
Travel scams exposed: How to recognize and avoid them
In this Help Net Security video, Aaron Walton, Threat Intel Analyst at Expel, discusses travel scams. For the past 18 months, the Expel SOC team has observed a campaign targeting administrative credentials for Booking.com. The attackers create phishi.....»»
Apple shares how to protect your Apple ID, avoid phishing, social engineering, and other scams
Scams like phishing and social engineering are continuing to grow with some specifically targeting Apple users. With that in mind, Apple has shared a new support document with official tips on how to protect your Apple ID and other online accounts, h.....»»
How to keep your Apple account safe from scams
Keeping yourself safe online can be hard, with scams becoming more sophisticated over time. Here's how you should protect yourself, and your Apple account.A scam caller or email could be a risk to your personal information. Cybercrime is a growing pr.....»»
Cryptocurrency investors are more likely to self-report "Dark Tetrad" personality traits, study shows
Owning cryptocurrency may be associated with certain personality and demographic characteristics as well as a reliance on alternative or fringe social media sources, according to a study published July 3, 2024 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by S.....»»
Fake iPhone return scam cost Apple $12 million in losses, five people charged of fraud
We have seen these kind of scams before, but this particularly case is on a ginormous industry-like scale. Five people have been charged on counts of fraud for their involvement in a fake iPhone return scheme. Essentially, people would take near-w.....»»
Food safety, quality review summarizes sustainable seafood preservation to minimize waste, losses
Seafood is in high demand across several regions of the world. Moreover, this demand for seafood is expected to surge by a whopping 56% by 2050. Given the high moisture content and susceptibility of seafood to microbial and biochemical decay, it ofte.....»»
Researchers crack 11-year-old password, recover $3 million in bitcoin
A flaw with the digital wallet and a bit of luck did the trick. Enlarge (credit: Flavio Coelho/Getty Images) Two years ago when “Michael,” an owner of cryptocurrency, contacted Joe Grand to help recover access to abo.....»»
Small birds boast range of flight styles thanks to evolutionary edge
Small birds have explored a wide variety of styles of flight, ranging from hovering hummingbirds to bounding sparrows to soaring swifts and swallows. A new Cornell University study could explain why......»»
GPT"s inaccuracies in agriculture could lead to crop losses and food crises
Dr. Asaf Tzachor, Founder of the Aviram Sustainability and Climate Program at Reichman University, along with researchers from the US, UK, Kenya, Nigeria, and Colombia, scrutinized the reliability of the information and professional advice provided b.....»»
Only the Hardiest Trees Can Survive Today’s Urban Inferno
In a rapidly warming world, cities need more tree cover to stay cool—but only certain species can handle soaring temperatures, and often they aren’t native species......»»
How to protect your parents, family (and yourself) from scam calls and fraud
In 2023, US residents over 60 lost $3.4 billion to fraudsters, and 87% of those losses were linked to personal information theft – here’s how to stop scam calls. more….....»»
Analysis-Nvidia"s split of soaring stock could boost retail investor appeal, Dow chances
Analysis-Nvidia"s split of soaring stock could boost retail investor appeal, Dow chances.....»»
Strategies for combating AI-enhanced BEC attacks
In this Help Net Security interview, Robert Haist, CISO at TeamViewer, discusses how AI is being leveraged by cybercriminals to enhance the effectiveness of BEC scams. How is AI being leveraged by cybercriminals to enhance the effectiveness of BEC sc.....»»
Evolving market dynamics foster consumer inattention that can lead to risky purchases, says researchers
Researchers have developed a new theory of how changing market conditions can lead large numbers of otherwise cautious consumers to buy risky products such as subprime mortgages, cryptocurrency or even cosmetic surgery procedures......»»
Understanding cyber risks beyond data breaches
While some may associate cyber risks primarily with technology and data breaches, they can also lead to brand or reputational harm, reduced productivity, and financial losses. This Help Net Security round-up presents excerpts from previously recorded.....»»
Two MIT students charged for exploiting Ethereum blockchain bug, stole $25 million in crypto
Two brothers alleged stole $25 million from the Ethereum blockchain after exploiting a flaw in a popular cryptocurrency software. Just when you've thought you've seen everything when it comes to cryptocurrency theft, two brothers attending MIT.....»»
App Store bundle error punishes developer for success [u]
The developer behind StopTheMadness Pro noticed that Apple has been charging for refunds twice when a customer buys an app bundle, resulting in the developer owing Apple money for every bundle sale.Apple says its curated App Store is free from scams.....»»
YouTube is becoming a cybercriminal gateway for human manipulation
Scams and cyberthreats are being distributed through YouTube, and people are falling for them hook, line and sinker.....»»
Android’s AI era includes eavesdropping on phone calls, warning you about scams
A scammer says "transfer the money in your bank account," but Android is listening. The "ask this PDF" feature. Google's "code re.....»»
New methodologies to prevent fraud in the determination of geographical origin of hazelnuts
Food fraud concerning the geographical origin of hazelnuts intended for consumption is a problem that damages the agri-food sector and generates economic losses and consumer distrust......»»