Category: Protection
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How to Talk to Your Parents About the Romance/Pig Butchering Scams
If you’ve heard about the “romance scam” or “pig butchering scam,” you know these aren’t your average cons—people are losing their life savings and retirement funds to these scammers. It’s a devastating trick that’s unfortunately becoming more common, especially with scammers targeting people looking for friendship or romance online. So, if you’re thinking about bringing…
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No Legit Companies and Agencies Will Ever Ask You to Buy Gift Cards
Alright, let’s clear up one of the biggest scams floating around today: the gift card scam. Here’s the deal—if someone is telling you to run out and buy gift cards as a form of payment, whether they claim to be from the IRS, a tech support team, or even a “distant relative” in a bind,…
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Why You Can’t Trust Caller ID Anymore (Especially If It’s “Your Bank” Calling)
Let’s face it: trusting Caller ID today is about as reliable as trusting a text from a “Nigerian prince.” What used to be a straightforward way to know who’s calling has been hijacked by scammers, making it a tool they can easily manipulate. This means that no matter what the screen on your phone says—be…
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The Top 5 Red Flags of a Phishing Email (And How to Avoid Falling for Them)
Hey, have you ever received an email that just didn’t sit right? Maybe it claimed you’d won a prize you never entered for, or that your account was “suddenly” locked—when you hadn’t even logged into that account in weeks? Yeah, me too. These are classic signs of phishing, and unfortunately, these scammers are getting craftier…
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The Ultimate Guide to Multifactor Authentication: Which One Is Really the Best
Alright, let’s talk about multifactor authentication (MFA). You’ve probably heard it thrown around in cybersecurity circles, but how much do you actually know about it? More importantly, are you using the best kinds to protect yourself online? Let’s dive in and break it down in a way that makes sense.
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How to Spot the Red Flags of a Job Offer Scam
Job offer scams are becoming more common, especially as remote work gains popularity. These scams often prey on hopeful job seekers who are looking for flexible opportunities and may not be aware of the subtle clues that can indicate a fraudulent offer. I recently came across an example of such an email that checks off…