Cybercrime - Page 47

December 19, 2024

How 1 man got scammed in seconds using Google

Scammers have become skilled at creating convincing fake websites that can easily fool unsuspecting users. The CyberGuy offers tips to protect yourself.

December 18, 2024

From CAPTCHA to catastrophe: How fake verification pages are spreading malware

CAPTCHAs, which are used by websites to confirm whether users are people or bots, are harmless, but hackers are using them to infect PCs with malware.

December 18, 2024

Half a million patients' personal info stolen in massive health care data breach

Hackers recently leaked personal information of about 500,000 Americans and stole patient medical records that included lab results and insurance details.

December 17, 2024

Steps to protect yourself while shopping on your phone this holiday season

The holiday season sees a rise in mobile shopping scams. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson helps you learn how to stay safe.

December 17, 2024

Using VPNs without messing up your banking apps

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a VPN enhances online banking security by encrypting data and protecting privacy.

December 16, 2024

6 sneaky scams that could ruin your holiday season

Beware of these six sneaky holiday scams. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson gives you tips to avoid falling victim.

December 15, 2024

AI-powered deception: The sneaky macOS malware masquerading as your next video call

Artificial intelligence is making life easier for cybercriminals, allowing them to create elaborate scams to trick people. Kurt the Cyberguy explains how to protect yourself.

December 14, 2024

Your phone got hacked and now someone's got control of it. What to do immediately

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson lays out the immediate steps you should take if your phone has been hacked and your personal information becomes vulnerable.

December 13, 2024

Warning: This fake PayPal email scam is everywhere right now

Fraudsters are sending people bogus invoices through PayPal as part of a sneaky scam that is going around; here's how to protect yourself from being fooled.

December 13, 2024

Think you're safe? Identity theft could wipe out your entire life’s savings

A former Colgate-Palmolive employee was shocked to discover $750,000 had been drained from her 401(k) account. "CyberGuy" offers tips on how to prevent identity theft.