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Insurance Scams: How Scammers Exploit Open Enrollment

Insurance scams are increasingly convincing, especially during open enrollment. Recognizing the warning signs can help keep you safe.

Government Imposters Are Stealing Our Data

Government imposters: They pretend to be from federal, state, county, or city agencies. Learn how these scams work before you become a victim.

Username Security: Why It Matters!

Protect Your Login Information: Scambusters #1,238 We have all seen prompts like “Remember this device,” “Trust this device,” or “Don’t ask me again.” It’s easy to just click the box and move on, especially when […]

Serious Scams to Avoid

Phishing Email Invites: Can You Spot the Differences?

Scammers are sending fake family event invitations to make phishing emails seem trustworthy.

Suspicious FaceTime Calls: Who Is Really Calling You?

Suspicious FaceTime calls from unknown callers can expose information about you, your surroundings, or your daily routine.

One-Time Password Safety: How to Add an Extra Layer of Protection

One-time passwords (OTPs) are designed to protect your online accounts by providing a temporary verification code during login or sensitive transactions.

Pop-Up Ad Safety: How to Recognize Legitimate Ads and Avoid Scams

Pop-Up Ad Safety Tips: Scambusters #1,234 Pop-up ads can show up quickly, but so can online scams. Many websites use pop-ups to promote newsletters, discounts, or other important messages. However, cybercriminals also use fake pop-up […]

Credential Stuffing: How Attackers Exploit Reused Passwords

Credential stuffing is a cyberattack where cybercriminals use stolen usernames and passwords from past data breaches to access online accounts without permission.

Friendly Fraud: When the Customer is the Scammer

Scammers are targeting sales reps with fake text messages asking for help with product orders. However, be cautious! They are fake order requests to trick you.

Did You Sign Out of Your Account?

Every day, we use online accounts for email, social media, shopping, and banking. Unfortunately, criminals are always trying to access these accounts and steal our personal information.

SIM Swapping—Criminals Steal More Than Your Phone Number: Part 2

SIM swapping allows criminals to hijack a phone number and use it to access personal accounts, financial information, and sensitive data.

SIM Swapping—Criminals Steal More Than Your Phone Number: Part 1

SIM swapping allows criminals to hijack a phone number and use it to access personal accounts, financial information, and sensitive data.

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How to Stay Safe from Suspicious Cell Phone Alerts and Notifications

Scammers Using Cell Phone Alerts to Lure You In: Scambusters #1,172 Push notifications on your smartphone can be very useful. They alert you about new emails, weather updates, or sales. However, scammers have started using […]

NESARA – Truth or Scam?

What is NESARA/GESARA? NESARA, which stands for the National Economic Security and Reformation Act, is a set of proposed economic reforms for the United States that gained popularity with various groups in the late 20th […]

Is It Genuine? Check That Photo with Reverse Image Search

How to use reverse image search to check photo authenticity : Internet Scambusters #956 Fake photos are often the gateway to a costly scam — but perhaps not, if you use a reverse image search. […]

‘It’s a Scam’ Dispute Over Cremation Memorial Diamonds

Experts challenge claims that memorial diamonds can be made from remains: Internet Scambusters #893 The ability to create gems in a laboratory has led to a surge in companies offering to use cremated ashes to […]

Selling Your Car? Don’t Fall for This Vehicle History Scam

Vehicle history request could be a prelude to a scam: Internet Scambusters #844 Requesting a vehicle history report when buying a car is nothing unusual. In fact, it’s a wise move. But what if you’re […]

Facebook Copy and Paste Plea Exposes Your Identity

Why you should be wary of Facebook copy and paste requests: Internet Scambusters #801 What crosses your mind when a Facebook friend asks you to copy and paste their post rather than just sharing it? […]