MakeUseOf - Scams

Buying Tickets Online? Avoid These 4 Ticketmaster Scams

Simon Batt — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 12:01:16 GMT

The latest and hottest gigs sell out almost instantly, with people willing to shell out big bucks to buy other people's tickets. At the center of that is Ticketmaster, the ticket company most folks love to hate.

Amazon Scam Calls Will Cost You Thousands: Here's How to Stay Safe

Simon Batt — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 17:00:22 GMT

Scammers love to impersonate large, well-known companies, and Amazon is no exception. You may receive a call from someone claiming to be from Amazon, and they might make some scary claims about your account. So, what are Amazon scam calls, and how do you identify them?

Is This Number a Scammer? Here's How to Check

Simon Batt — Sun, 24 Dec 2023 17:00:20 GMT

With scam calls running rampant, it can be hard to tell if a number that called you was legitimate or a scammer trying to steal money from you. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to detect if it was a legitimate call or not worth your time.

Most Telegram and Signal Mods Are Spyware, and This Is How You Spot Them

Damir Mujezinovic — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 11:16:16 GMT

Signal and Telegram are two of the world's most popular secure messaging apps; they are committed to safeguarding user privacy, are easy to use, and are packed with cool features.

Cybercriminals Are Targeting App Beta-Testing, and This Is What to Look Out For

Shannon Flynn — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:31:16 GMT

Beta-testing mobile apps can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Before diving in, you should know it comes with a few cybersecurity risks. Most significantly, criminals can use fake beta tests to steal your data or money.

What Is a Google Voice Verification Code Used For?

Simon Batt — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 21:45:19 GMT

During the Google Voice signup process, you'll receive a Google Voice verification code to complete the process. Hopefully, you'll only ever encounter them while signing up for Google Voice, but sometimes you may receive one as part of a larger scam.

How a New WhatsApp Scam Could Cost Your Loved Ones Thousands

Simon Batt — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 22:46:19 GMT

If you receive a WhatsApp message from a friend or family member asking for a large sum of money, be cautious before you send anything over. A WhatsApp-based scam is making the rounds, and it has already scored the scammers hundreds of thousands of dollars from the pockets of innocent people.

Were You a Victim of the MOVEit Breach? Here's What You Need to Know

Chioma Ibeakanma — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:46:19 GMT

Are you one of 62 million people affected by the MOVEit breach? The MOVEit breach is one of the biggest hacks of 2023, with the Clop ransomware group ransoming thousands of organizations and making away with tens of millions of dollars.

Don't Download the Google Bard App—It's Malware

Conor Coyle — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:05:16 GMT

Scammers are taking advantage of Google's generative AI tool, Bard, to infect unsuspecting users with dangerous malware and steal their login credentials.

Are Online Car Buying Tools Really Trustworthy?

Katie Rees — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 21:00:21 GMT

Whether you're buying your first car, replacing your current car, or just want to browse the automotive market, it's important to be careful when using online car dealers. These websites can be incredibly useful, but may also harbor a slew of risks and pitfalls, endangering you, your money, and your sensitive data.