As technology continues to advance, phishing scams are more prevalent than ever before. With everyone looking to simplify as much as possible, these scams are often disguised as a great way to make life easier or provide you with a quick and painless way to make a buck. Unfortunately, they often end up just the opposite, nothing but pain and hassle. If you end up a victim to … [Read more...] about Modern Day Phishing Scams
Scams & Cons
Technical foul—when the technician is the hacker
Reader Celeste G. recently needed help upgrading an Apple device. She wrote, “I couldn't get into my contacts list because they were in my device and it was closed until I upgraded. I thought AHA! My laptop! I'll look up Apple on there.” Celeste had the right idea, but this is where she got anxious and called one of the first numbers she found.“I called it and there were so … [Read more...] about Technical foul—when the technician is the hacker
Tips to avoid online shopping scams
What’s the most risky gift you can give during the holidays? If you chose the cell phone, you’d be correct. According to GetSafeOnline.org, a consumer awareness group in the UK, there are several items that are most-often used to scam online buyers. The iPhone and Samsung Galaxy rank at the top of that list. Other items on the list included PlayStation 4 and Xbox One game … [Read more...] about Tips to avoid online shopping scams
Dangerous liaisons—a true story
Online dating scams are one of the easiest cons to fall for. Recently, a friend of mine named Frank sent me copies of emails he’d exchanged with someone who called “herself” Teri. Thank goodness Frank recognized what was going on before he followed through.It all began when Frank responded to Teri’s online dating profile. He received a reply that began:“Thanks so much … [Read more...] about Dangerous liaisons—a true story
5 tips to avoid the package delivery email notification scam
Package delivery email scams run in cycles. Watch for fake shipping notifications during the holidays because that’s when this email scam is at its highest level of the year. As email consumers have become more savvy, the scammers have also reverted to telemarketing. Don’t be surprised if this scam begins with a phone call. The major shipping and package delivery services such … [Read more...] about 5 tips to avoid the package delivery email notification scam