Online marketplaces are magnets for fraudsters, they use them to sell non-existent items, buy with stolen credit card numbers, and scam legitimate customers. A report by the Federal Trade Commission in 2019 found that, out of the 3.2 million marketplace complaints in that year, fraud made up 53.1% (1,697,934) of the cases. Identity theft was second with […]
Cyber crime is rapidly evolving, as is the terminology used to describe it. This blog consists of commonly used terms thatyou might find online as cyber crime continues to boom. Keeping on top of cybersecurity risks is a constant challenge. Threats including phishing, malware and ransomware are continually evolving and adapting, as cyber criminals regularly find new, innovative […]
Given that we’re getting into peak retail season, you’ll be seeing cyber security warnings about “Black Friday & Cyber Monday” all over the internet. Since cybersecurity matters 365 days a year, these online tips are not specifically limited to Black Friday, you should take cyber security serious no matter what time of year it is. […]
Romance scams occur when a cyber criminal adopts a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relationship to manipulate and/or steal from the victim. The criminals who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do and will seem genuine, […]
Having your identity stolen can be a nightmare, and cleaning up the mess can take months. Your primary phone number and email address are far more valuable than you think, make sure they are secured. As our reliance upon online services continues to grow, these two data points are extremely common means of authentication, which […]
We are all more reliant on the internet and online services than ever before. While this has brought benefits, such as the easy and convenient ways to get things done from the comfort of your home, there are also additional risks that need to be considered. While the rise of online shopping and banking has […]