“$2,000 Tariff Dividend?” How Scammers are Cashing In
You may have heard the news that President Donald Trump is promising Americans a “tariff dividend” of billions of dollars, amounting to $2,000 per person, or more. That sounds great,…
Use Tap-to-Pay? Beware of “Ghost Tapping” Scams
Contactless payments you make just tapping your card or phone are fast, convenient, and increasingly common. But there’s a sneaky scam circulating that specifically targets that convenience. The Better Business…
Beware of Pop-Ups for Verification, Fixes or Updates
In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, attackers are always developing new ways to trick unsuspecting victims. While we’ve shared the dangers of Windows Update pop-ups, attackers have started evolving this…
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 – Social Engineering: Dishing on Ishing
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 Dishing on “Ishing” For Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 we’re shining the spotlight on one of the biggest threats to individuals and organizations: social engineering. Instead of…
FBI Warns Scammers are Spoofing it’s Own Website
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a recent Public Service Announcement about threat actors creating spoofed versions of the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) website. These look-alike sites…
QR Code Parking Scams: How Scammers are Preying on Scanners
Scammers are placing fake QR code stickers on parking meters to steal your payment information. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself before you pay for parking.
Back to School: Cybersecurity for College Students
Starting college or going back to school is an exciting time. It’s a new environment, you’re meeting new people, and juggling school, work, and social life. While you’re adjusting to…
“We’re Shutting Off Your Power”: Catching a Double-Barrel Vishing Scam
The number on the caller ID looked local, familiar, even. On the other end was a man claiming to be a technician from the electric utility company. He sounded official,…
What to do in the Wake of Data Leak of 16 Billion Passwords
Over the weekend, it was reported that 16 billion passwords were exposed in – by far – the largest breach in history. According to researchers at Cybernews, none of the…