Want to know more about scams and cons? Try these recent posts. Worst of the week The Snake Oil Salesman The Avaya Modular Messaging Scam Each year at this time, security companies begin compiling their lists of the biggest scams. On Nov. 12, computer security company McAfee released its list called, "The 12 Scams of Christmas."The release from McAfee included a … [Read more...] about The 12 Scams of Christmas
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CryptoLocker malware hits personal and business email
An FBI press release issued on Oct. 28 warned PC users about Cryptolocker, a ransomware campaign that has been extorting money from computer users. The warning said, “The FBI is aware of a file encrypting Ransomware known as CryptoLocker. Businesses are receiving email with alleged customer complaints containing an attachment that when opened, appears as a window and is in fact … [Read more...] about CryptoLocker malware hits personal and business email
The Microsoft Email Award scam
Like this? Take a look at these other email scam posts. The Avaya Modular Messaging Scam and Bankruptcy services firm becomes latest email scam target On Oct. 23, the “Microsoft Online Email Award” notifications were sent out. The only problem is that this “award” is a scam. This particular email reads as follows: Final confirmationWe are delighted to announce that your … [Read more...] about The Microsoft Email Award scam
Bankruptcy services firm becomes latest email scam target
National Bankruptcy Services, LLC became the latest target of an email scam in a campaign that began on Oct. 7. The emails have caused the Dallas bankruptcy services firm to begin investigation into the source of the campaign.The email, which was received on Oct. 7 at 7:37 a.m., PDT, reads as follows:Please see the attached Iolta report for 4235-6798.We received a … [Read more...] about Bankruptcy services firm becomes latest email scam target