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cybersecurity1 year ago

"Rising Threat: Apple Users Under Siege from Password Reset Attacks"

Apple users are being targeted by a sophisticated phishing scam that bombards them with fake password reset requests, with scammers even calling and posing as Apple Support. The scam exploits a bug in Apple's password reset feature, and users are urged to be cautious and not provide any personal information or one-time passcodes to unknown callers. Apple declined to comment on the phishing attacks but directed users to its support article on recognizing phishing attempts.

via Gizmodo|
#apple#apple-support#cybersecurity
cybersecurity2 years ago

"Beware: Scammers Exploit Crypto Hype for Interviews, The Verge Warns"

Scammers are impersonating reporters from The Verge and other reputable organizations to trick users into scheduling fake interviews about cryptocurrency, using phishing links to steal Discord credentials and carry out wallet-draining scams. The attackers have targeted individuals and companies in the crypto industry, including a recent incident involving the blockchain security platform CertiK. It's crucial to remain vigilant and verify the legitimacy of any links received, especially from platforms like Calendly, to avoid falling victim to these phishing scams.

via The Verge|
#calendly#crypto#cybersecurity
cybersecurity2 years ago

Russian Hackers Target U.S. and Allies' Intel Officers in Sophisticated Spear Phishing Scam, Prompting Sanctions

Two Russian hackers have been indicted for attempting to hack into the computers of targets in multiple NATO countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, in a sophisticated phishing campaign. The hackers targeted U.K. political figures, journalists, think-tank staff, and current and former employees within the U.S. intelligence community. The Russian government's Federal Security Service accessed accounts related to a U.K. think tank and leaked information ahead of the 2019 elections. The hackers were able to gain unauthorized access to valuable intelligence related to U.S. defense, foreign affairs, security policies, and nuclear energy technology. The indicted individuals are believed to be in Russia.

via The Daily Beast|
#2019-elections#cybersecurity#nato-countries
cybersecurity2 years ago

"Red Alert Phrases in Gmail Signal Manipulation: Warning to Billions of Users"

Google's Gmail has built-in safety precautions to warn users about suspicious emails. Two important phrases to watch out for are "Message flagged as spam" and "Message temporarily rejected," which can indicate that you've been manipulated to spread malware by a cybercriminal. Cybercriminals often encourage spreading false information to your contacts by convincing victims they can win a prize by spreading a data-stealing survey or disguised malware attachment. To avoid phishing scams, users should be thorough when checking the sender's email address, avoid opening attachments or clicking suspicious links, and contact the brand directly if unsure about an email.

via The US Sun|
#cybercriminals#cybersecurity#email-safety