Today’s Fraud News from around the world:
Update your Gmail settings now as 1.5BILLION users hit with important warning: GMAIL users have been issued with a Christmas cyber-warning. Experts have told The Sun that every Gmail user needs to be on high alert for seasonal scams – and urged Googlers to check their …: “Phishing” – BingNews
How to avoid being a hacker’s next target: Don’t overshare information on business social media: When using LinkedIn and other social media accounts for professional reasons, there are important factors to consider about securing your personal data. Learn how to protect yourself from a hacker.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles warns about phishing scam: The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles is warning of a text phishing scam. The registry is telling residents to ignore texts claiming to be from the “DMV” or “Department of Motor Vehicles. ” It …: “Phishing” – BingNews
It’s a truly cruel scam. Here’s the dramatic way Google is trying to stop it: Cyber scams are heartless, yet people fall for them. This is a different approach to trying to bring one of these scams to an end.: “Phishing” – BingNews
How to avoid scams this holiday season: The holidays are in full swing! As shoppers rush to complete their Christmas lists before the holiday, the Better Business Bureau warns Iowans should remain vigilant to avoid holiday scams. “These …: “Phishing” – BingNews
BCI 2021 Cyber Resilience report: Cyber Resilience report. Professional Security magazine online – an essential read for everyone in the security industry.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Cyber safety training must be compulsory to combat attacks: The biggest, most damaging and largely widespread threat faced by many organisations, even individuals, are phishing attacks …: “Phishing” – BingNews
Is Twitter safe? We asked the experts what they think: We asked three security and social media experts about the saftey of Twitter, here’s what they had to say about the site.: “Phishing” – BingNews
Payroll and Ransomware: Here’s what you need to know: In order to protect yourself, you’ll need to understand what data is essential for your business. Working in accounting and bookkeeping means you hold valuable and sensitive information. To …: “Phishing” – BingNews
Gone Phishing: How to Defend Against Persistent Phishing Attempts Targeting Your Organization: Computerworld covers a range of technology topics, with a focus on these core areas of IT: Windows, Mobile, Apple/enterprise, Office and productivity suites, collaboration, web browsers and blockchain …: “Phishing” – BingNews
Fraud Prevention Tip: Do not pay for merchandise online or via the phone using a debit card. Debit cards are vulnerable because they are linked to a bank account. You have a far better chance of resolving a fraudulent transaction when paying with a credit card rather than with a debit card. Also do not provide your debit/credit card numbers over the phone, via emails or on websites unless you initiated the call or order.