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October 8, 2025

How public probate records fuel inheritance scams

Scammers exploit probate filings to target grieving families with fake fees and debts, Kurt "Cyberguy" Knutsson reports.

October 4, 2025

Protect yourself from sneaky web injection scams

Online banking users face a new threat: web injection scams that overlay fake pop-ups to steal logins. Here’s how to spot them and protect your accounts.

October 2, 2025

Update Chrome now: Google patches new zero-day threat

Chrome faces its sixth zero-day attack in 2025 as Google patches critical V8 engine flaw CVE-2025-10585 discovered by Threat Analysis Group.

October 1, 2025

Inside a scammer’s day and how they target you

Personal data from public records and data brokers helps scammers create tailored scam stories, making their calls and emails more believable to potential victims.

September 30, 2025

The surprising reason you should not delete spam emails

Spam emails can help improve security — if reported correctly. Learn how to report spam across major email services and get key tips to protect your inbox and personal data.

September 29, 2025

Hackers push fake apps with malware in Google searches

Hackers use fake Google search results to trick users into downloading lookalike apps laced with malware that have been pushed to the top.

September 27, 2025

North Korean hackers use AI to forge military IDs

Generative A.I. has lowered barriers for sophisticated cyberattacks as hackers exploit ChatGPT and other tools to forge documents and identities.

September 25, 2025

Top 5 overpayment scams to avoid

Five common overpayment scams use fake checks and third-party payment requests to steal money from unsuspecting victims across various scenarios.

September 24, 2025

How retirees can stop fake debt collector scams

Scammers exploit retirees' trust and assets through fake debt collection calls, but proper verification methods and reporting can stop these fraudulent schemes.

September 23, 2025

Lawsuit claims baby monitors marketed as safe may be feeding data to Beijing

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers files lawsuit against Lorex, alleging the security camera company misled consumers about privacy while using sanctioned Chinese firm technology.