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Ghosts, Ghouls, and Cybercriminals: Fend Off Halloween Internet Scares and Close Out Cybersecurity Awareness Month In Style
As we approach the end of October, we couldn’t let this festive month go by without blending the spookiness of Halloween with the crucial importance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Between lazy afternoons savoring pumpkin spice lattes, falling leaves and trick-or-treating, scammers and hackers are steadily exploiting the holiday spirit.
Hong Kong Falls Prey to Deepfake Romance Scams as AI Scammers Strike
Hong Kong has suffered a surge in sophisticated frauds fueled by artificial intelligence. Authorities announced the dismantling of a criminal syndicate that stole millions from unsuspecting victims.
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Bitcoin Market Manipulation Leads to Arrest of Alabama Man in SEC Account Hack
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faced a security challenge earlier this year after its X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked in an alleged attempt to manipulate the Bitcoin market.
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Global Life Confirms Hackers Tried to Extort the Insurance Giant Following June Breach
American insurer Global Life says a cyber incident in June has led to an extortion attempt on the company.
Protect Your Business Series: How to Secure Your Facebook Business Page From Hackers
Facebook still reigns supreme with over 3 billion active users monthly. It remains the most used social network globally and the top spot for consumer interaction with brands and businesses.
Top 5 Tips to Boost Your Social Media Security
Cyberattacks on social media aren’t something that only happens to big corporations or celebrities. It happens to everyday users, creators, and marketers. And when it does, the damage is quick and costly. So, how do you secure your accounts without feeling like you’re losing control of your content?
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Casio Confirms Ransomware Attacks and Leak of Confidential Information
Earlier this month, Japanese electronics giant Casio suffered a ransomware attack that led to the theft of personal and confidential data.
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Iranian Hackers Fuel Cybercrime with Infrastructure Access Deals
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a warning that Iranian hackers are shifting their focus from espionage to initial access brokerage.
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Bitdefender Cyber-Formulas: Use Your Problem-Solving Skills to Strengthen Your Digital Security This Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Your online safety shouldn’t be left to chance; it needs cohesive, straightforward, and timely applied formulas for success.