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Beware of “Unsuccessful Submission” HMRC email scams

Email users in the UK should be aware of a surge of scams that claim to be from the HMRC…

6 years ago
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Email “assassin” wants our “cutted ears” according to ransom email

An email landed in our inbox today, and it wants our ears. No, it doesn't want us to lend them…

6 years ago
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What are Homoglyph Attacks and how to avoid them

Homoglyph attacks are not particularly new, but they are becoming increasingly prolific and successful. We discuss how they work and…

6 years ago
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Scam message claims typing in xxsam2018tvxx wins a Samsung TV

A message is spreading across social media that claims to offer a chance for readers to win a 65" smart…

6 years ago
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Just in case? Why participating in fake Facebook giveaways is dangerous

Whether they're asking you to like and share a Facebook post to win a "luxury RV” or click a link…

6 years ago
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Is the “What is your review on Amazon?” Facebook app safe?

As is often the case when Facebook apps go viral, we're asked by our readers whether they're safe to install.…

6 years ago
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Watch out for PayPal “Your Activity Report Is Ready” email scam

Email users should be aware of a surge of scam PayPal emails claiming to show your "activity report". The convincing…

7 years ago
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Email scams claim to have webcam footage of recipient watching porn

Email users should be aware of an emerging type of extortion scam that claims to be from a "hacker" that…

7 years ago
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Beware of threatening phone calls from fake HMRC agents…

UK readers are advised to be aware of a spate of scam phone calls that claim to be from the…

7 years ago
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How to avoid Tech Support Scams

With the latest figures from Microsoft revealing that over-the-phone tech support scams increased by over 20% from 2016 to 2017,…

7 years ago