Malware Alert: Booking.com Reservation Cancellation Email
A malicious malware attack is going around, delivered via a "Reservation Cancellation" email from Booking.com. This email contains links that will install malware on your computer that can expose all of your personal information.
Amazon Customer Service Google Scam
This post discusses the Amazon Customer Service / Google telephone number scam, and why it is so scary.
Property Deed Scam Alert
Deed scams are a type of identity theft where a criminal essentially transfers the deed of your home into their name, essentially taking ownership of the house through forgery. This article describes the deed scam, and what to look for.
Holiday Charity Scams
Here are some tips to help you prevent falling for holiday charity scams, and to make sure the charity of your choice is receiving your donation.
December 2025 Scam Alert: IRS Direct Deposit Emails
Within the past week we are getting many reports of emails supposedly from irs.gov regarding direct deposit stimulus relief payments.
Oversharing Holiday Cheer on Social Media: Don't Ignore The Risks
The holidays are a great time to share your cheer with friends and family on your social media accounts. However, posting too much information is not always the best thing to do.
Scam Alert: Suspension of Social Security Number
Learn about the latest scam alert issued by the Social Security Administration.
Online Shopping Scams
Online shopping is very convenient! In an age where online shopping is an everyday convenience, scams are growing in sophistication and frequency. According to the Pew Research Center , 73% of U.S. adults say they’ve experienced at least one online scam or cyber-attack, and 36% of U.S. adults say they purchased an item online that never arrived or was counterfeit and not refunded.. Moreover, fraud reports estimate that global e-commerce fraud losses reached US $44.3 billion
Scam Alert: Vacation Rental Scams
Vacation rental scams are increasing. Learn what to look for to avoid sending your hard earned vacation money to scammers.
Practical Measures to Avoid Internet Scams
Lets discuss some practical steps to keep your online world safe.
Scam Alert: Fake Evite Invitations
The holiday season is just around the corner, which means holiday parties are on their way. Evite is a popular party invitation management website that has been the source material for fake invitations created by criminals in some of the latest phishing scam attempts. Learn what to look for to avoid the scam.
Protecting Yourself from Phishing Scams: A Personal Experience
Yesterday we received an email that made it past our standard screeners. This one came to our corporate email system, from an email address "Trainmyparent@nifty.com" indicating that there was a voicemail waiting for us to hear. See why we classified this as a malware or phishing attempt.
Social Security Scam Alert!
We received the following email supposedly from noreply@ssa.gov and classified it as an attempt to install some kind of malware. or obtain your credentials through phishing. Can you spot the reasons why?
Avoiding Holiday Scams
Lets take a look at some of the typical holiday scams, and what to look for so that we can avoid being caught by the criminals.
Scam Alert: Zelle Payments on Facebook Marketplace
Learn about the Zelle scam that is found on online shopping venues like Facebook Marketplace.
Phishing Alert: Fake Creditor Seeking Repayment for Cash Advance
This is a phishing alert from a fake creditor seeking repayment for a cash advance, threatening to sue if the funds are not repaid.
Learn About the Grandparent Scam
Con artists impersonate grandchildren in distress, asking for immediate financial help. Understanding this scam and its techniques is essential for safeguarding your loved ones from falling victim.
Top Security Tips for Passwords
Let’s face it - managing passwords can feel like a full-time job. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a few smart moves, you can protect your online accounts without the stress. Ready to take control? We are here to guide you through simple, effective steps that anyone can follow. Whether you’re new to the digital world or just want to sharpen your skills, these password security tips will help you stay safe and confident online. Why Password Security Tips Matter Mor
Why Criminals Use Crypto ATMs
Crypto ATMs aren’t inherently bad. They are useful tools for regular people who want quick access to digital currency and to convert between cash and different crypto currencies. But their combination of speed, simplicity, and limited oversight has made them very appealing to criminals and scam artists too.
Florida Department of Revenue Smishing Scam
We received this smishing attempt from the Florida Department of Revenue, but the scammers forgot that there is no state income tax in Florida for most of us.
Online Romance Scams Targeting Seniors: What You Need to Know
Many of the online romance scams scams specifically target seniors, exploiting their desire for love and connection. In this blog post, we will explore how these scams operate, the tactics used by scammers, and what seniors can do to protect themselves.
AI Deepfake Scams: How to Detect Digital Deception
Deepfake scams are shaking trust in what we see and hear online. Here's what you need to know to spot deepfakes and protect your family from becoming victims.
Effective Methods to Avoid Online Scams
Online scams are everywhere, and they can catch anyone off guard. But here’s the good news: you can protect yourself. It’s easier than you think.
Ransomware Alert: Online Meeting Invitations
Be cautious of videoconferencing invitations from people you do not know very well. Scammers are always trying to come up with new ways for you to click on a link, open an attachment, or break into your devices so that they can install malware or ransomware, with or without your knowledge. One of the latest ploys takes advantage of our post-pandemic society by using an invitation for Zoom or another online meeting service to install ransomware, typically targeting job seekers
Typical Employment Scams: What Seniors and Their Adult Children Need to Know
Employment scams are another way criminals try to steal your informationi and money. Learn what to look for, and trust your gut instincts: If the offer is too good to be true, it probably is a scam.
Quishing: Be Cautious of QR Code scams!
QR codes are used in the latest cyber scam: quishing.
Brushing Scams: How It Can Harm You, and What to Do If You’re Involved
Brushing is a deceptive tactic used by some online sellers to boost their ratings and to create many product reviews on shopping platforms, such as Amazon, eBay, or other online marketplaces.
Smishing and Social Engineering Scam: The Random Text Question
Common smishing scams include a social engineering component: Asking you simple questions to engage you. Be careful!
Smishing Alert: Political Surveys and Donation Requests Smishing Scam
Some of the more effective smishing (SMS-text based phishing) scams we have been seeing lately stem from the political divide that the United States is currently experiencing, and the deep emotional response felt when reading about a passionate political topic.
Identity Theft, and Tax Refund Scams
Criminals use stolen Social Security numbers and other personal data to file returns in someone else’s name, claim refundable credits, and direct refunds into accounts they control. The results are financial loss for governments, long headaches for victims, and serious criminal penalties for perpetrators.