ALERT! Fraudsters prey on coronavirus fears, scam people through emails
4 years, 10 months ago

ALERT! Fraudsters prey on coronavirus fears, scam people through emails

India TV News  

By Sunny Daud It is almost two months now since the first case of the novel coronavirus surfaced in China’s Hubei province. Since December, the death toll on account of the coronavirus has risen to 1,380 in China alone, with three more deaths reported outside the mainland—one each in Hong Kong, the Philippines and Japan. There is a simple phishing email detected by security firm Mimecast, showing attackers disseminating malicious links and PDFs that claim to contain information on how to protect yourself from the spread of the disease. Fraudsters prey on coronavirus fears, scam people through emails That fake page consists of the official current homepage of the WHO, with a supposed pop-up window on the screen to verify your email. When one goes through that email, one also is directed to a link which shows up an attached document listing out safety measures to save from contracting the coronavirus infection.

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Exclusive: Financial scams have become hidden 'epidemic' as impersonation cases double in a year
3 years, 10 months ago

Exclusive: Financial scams have become hidden 'epidemic' as impersonation cases double in a year

The Telegraph  

Financial scams are an "epidemic within the pandemic", a former investigator has warned, as the number of victims falling for fraudsters impersonating the likes of HMRC, the NHS and Royal Mail doubled last year. Figures obtained by The Telegraph from UK Finance, the banking trade body, revealed that the number of impersonation scams, where fraudsters contact potential victims pretending to …

Fraud cases spike during pandemic
3 years, 11 months ago

Fraud cases spike during pandemic

NL Times  

The Dutch Fraud Helpdesk reported more than 41 million euros in fraud damages last year, compared to 26 million in 2019. By extracting personal financial data prior via a phishing link or even mimicking their child’s voice through pre-recorded phone calls, scammers were able to gain their victims’ trust, the help desk said. Victims most often reported falling prey to …

Phishing e-mails and fraud scams on the rise: Tax authorities are fighting cybercrime
4 years, 1 month ago

Phishing e-mails and fraud scams on the rise: Tax authorities are fighting cybercrime

NL Times  

Cybercriminals are increasingly trying to steal money by pretending to be from official Tax Authorities, using phishing e-mails, apps, and text messages. “That’s more than four times the 35,000 received in 2019, and it is only November,” says Jan Polkerman, chief technology officer of the Tax and Customs Administration. According to the Tax Authority, “Dutch people are now used to …

Coronavirus scams — what they look like and how to avoid them
4 years, 5 months ago

Coronavirus scams — what they look like and how to avoid them

ABC  

From anti-virus activewear to dubious COVID-19 test kits, many people have been trying to dishonestly profit from the pandemic. Key points: The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to numerous scams It is illegal to sell products using misleading or deceptive claims, and large fines are being issued You can avoid scams by getting products and information from trusted sources Since …

Beware Of Cyber Attacks, Warns Govt Agency. Here’s How You Can Prevent
4 years, 6 months ago

Beware Of Cyber Attacks, Warns Govt Agency. Here’s How You Can Prevent

ABP News  

ministry of electronics & information technology, A Singapore-based cybersecurity company CYFIRMA has reported that a hacker group backed by North Korea is planning a large-scale phishing campaign in six countries, including India, as per the business daily Mint. However, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, part of thehad warned millions of Indians could face cyber threats posed by fake emails, …

Free COVID-19 testing mails, messages are fake and risky for you: Here's how
4 years, 6 months ago

Free COVID-19 testing mails, messages are fake and risky for you: Here's how

India TV News  

Indian security agencies have issued a cyber alert following an advisory from the Computer Emergency Response Team-India regarding a potential "cyber offensive attack from the Chinese Army". Amid the growing threat, it is advised to watch out for IDs like "[email protected]" and beware of malicious phishing emails, SMS, and messages on social media inciting individuals to provide personal and financial …

ALERT: Security agency warns of serious cyberattack on your WiFi devices, emails
4 years, 6 months ago

ALERT: Security agency warns of serious cyberattack on your WiFi devices, emails

India TV News  

Issuing a serious online attack warning, CERT-In has reported multiple security vulnerabilities which the foreign hackers are going to use. "The malicious group claims to have 2 million individual email addresses and the attack campaign is expected to start on June 21," the Indian government stated. "Such emails are designed to drive recipients towards fake websites where they are deceived …

Coronavirus Outbreak: Govt cyber watchdog CERT-In warns public of large-scale phishing attacks using COVID-19 as bait
4 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: Govt cyber watchdog CERT-In warns public of large-scale phishing attacks using COVID-19 as bait

Firstpost  

The government has warned against a large-scale cyber attack against individuals and businesses, where attackers may use COVID-19 as a bait to steal personal and financial information. New Delhi: The government has warned against a large-scale cyber attack against individuals and businesses, where attackers may use COVID-19 as a bait to steal personal and financial information. “Such emails are designed …

Major phishing attack likely under garb of free coronavirus testing, warns Govt
4 years, 6 months ago

Major phishing attack likely under garb of free coronavirus testing, warns Govt

India Today  

Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, a national nodal agency that comes under the purview of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued an advisory dated June 19, 2020. On its official website, CERT goes further to state that the phishing campaign is expected to use malicious emails under the pretext of local authorities in charge of dispensing government-funded …

US says Chinese hackers might be targeting coronavirus researchers
4 years, 7 months ago

US says Chinese hackers might be targeting coronavirus researchers

India Today  

Organizations conducting research into Covid-19 may be targeted by computer hackers linked to the Chinese government, according to the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security. Neither agency cited any specific examples Wednesday, but they warned that institutions and companies involved in work on vaccines, treatments and testing for the novel coronavirus should take additional security measures to protect data …

Warning of coronavirus scams targeting online shopping as student victim fleeced for thousands
4 years, 7 months ago

Warning of coronavirus scams targeting online shopping as student victim fleeced for thousands

ABC  

Western Australia's consumer watchdog is warning of a rise in coronavirus-related scams as more retailers move their businesses online in the wake of retail trading restrictions. Key points: Dozens in WA have lost about $70,000 to online coronavirus scammers One student lost $13,700 after scammers called with fake test results Authorities are warning people to verify websites before sending money …

Google launches a website to help users recognise COVID-19 online scams
4 years, 8 months ago

Google launches a website to help users recognise COVID-19 online scams

Firstpost  

Google has listed a number of ways in which scammers can reach users and directed people on how to differentiate between a fake and real message. Google has put up a new webpage to help users spot and avoid online scams related to the coronavirus outbreak. The search engine giant had last week said that its advanced machine-learning classifiers have …

Hackers hit US coronavirus response: ‘They are trying to steal everything’
4 years, 8 months ago

Hackers hit US coronavirus response: ‘They are trying to steal everything’

CNN  

Washington CNN — The Trump administration is pointing the finger at China for attempting to steal coronavirus research as officials are warning they have seen a growing wave of cyberattacks on US government agencies and medical institutions leading the pandemic response by nation states and criminal groups. “It’s certainly the logical conclusion of everything I’ve said,” John Demers, the head …

Coronavirus-related scams are replicating Government announcements within hours, officials warn
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus-related scams are replicating Government announcements within hours, officials warn

ABC  

If you receive a text message that appears to be from the Federal Government about coronavirus, you should think twice before clicking on any links. Key points: Cyber criminals are using the coronavirus pandemic as a "weapon" Almost 100 new scams related to the pandemic have been reported since March Many scams closely mimic official government communications As Australians use …

Public urged to flag fraudulent coronavirus emails
4 years, 8 months ago

Public urged to flag fraudulent coronavirus emails

Daily Mail  

The public has been urged to flag fraudulent COVID-19 emails after the UK National Cyber Security Centre took down more than 2,000 online scams in a month. The online security agency has launched a service which allows people to report suspicious emails — alongside a campaign to promote 'cyber awareness.' Scroll down for video The public has been urged to …

Hackers are making fake COVID-19 fund sites to steal from users: Know how
4 years, 8 months ago

Hackers are making fake COVID-19 fund sites to steal from users: Know how

India TV News  

With the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down major parts of the global economy, governments are responding with massive stimulus packages aimed at supporting businesses and individuals. Check Point researchers have found that since January, a total of 4,305 domains relating to new stimulus/relief packages have been registered globally. Giving examples of economic stimulus-related attacks, Check Point cited emails with malicious attachments …

UK coronavirus scams: Online and on your doorstep
4 years, 8 months ago

UK coronavirus scams: Online and on your doorstep

Al Jazeera  

Scammers have so far stolen more than two million pounds sterling in coronavirus-related scams, say police. “Every day seems to have a new scam,” said Katherine Hart, lead officer of doorstep crime at the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. 200413164832300 “People just want to figure out what’s fact or not,” said Baxter. by Katherine Hart, Chartered Trading Standards Institute “We could …

Fake UPI IDs during coronavirus: Banks, including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, warn customers of online fraudsters in the name of COVID-19 relief
4 years, 8 months ago

Fake UPI IDs during coronavirus: Banks, including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, warn customers of online fraudsters in the name of COVID-19 relief

Firstpost  

The coronavirus lockdown has reportedly allowed cyber criminals more opportunities to engage in fraudulent activities and dupe people off their finances. Home Ministry, through @CyberDost, is sharing cyber security tips for work from home and also against financial crimes; please follow the handle and use the resources on national cyber crime reporting portal https://t.co/Q1NcHiLt2j#IndiaFightCorona pic.twitter.com/iXWj2s5FHo — PIB India April 12, …

Coronavirus Scams: 7 Ways Criminals Prey On Your Fear Of The Pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Scams: 7 Ways Criminals Prey On Your Fear Of The Pandemic

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING No one is unaffected by the coronavirus pandemic. “If you get a call like that, do not give out your bank account details or Social Security number.” “If someone does call you regarding the stimulus, assume it’s a scam.” 2. Similarly, as more companies transition to working remotely, hackers may pose as popular web conferencing applications and …

Beware! How Scamsters Are Using Coronavirus To Phish
4 years, 9 months ago

Beware! How Scamsters Are Using Coronavirus To Phish

ABP News  

WHO asking for donations- Reports have come in about very authentic-looking emails asking for contributions to fight the pandemic. An email from Vietnam even asked for donations for WHO bitcoin wallet Covid tests and kits- These emails either sell test kits or are for paying online for tests that you can then get done at specified hospitals. This type of …

Delhi Police issues advisory against cyber crime amid Coronavirus crisis
4 years, 9 months ago

Delhi Police issues advisory against cyber crime amid Coronavirus crisis

India TV News  

After several cases of online fraud regarding medical products came to light, Delhi Police on Saturday issued an advisory warning the people not to indulge in such behaviour. In an official circular, the Delhi police said: "Scammers create fraudulent websites, e-commerce, social media accounts and emails claiming to sell and deliver medical products and victims are then asked to pay …

Coronavirus is providing fertile ground for misinformation. Our new fact-checking newsletter seeks to snuff it out
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus is providing fertile ground for misinformation. Our new fact-checking newsletter seeks to snuff it out

ABC  

As the world grapples with an unprecedented health crisis, it is now more important than ever to ensure that the information we share is accurate and fact-based. Stay up-to-date on the coronavirus outbreak Download the ABC News app and subscribe to our range of news alerts for the latest on how the pandemic is impacting the world We've also got …

Coronavirus scams revealed in new police warning
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus scams revealed in new police warning

NL Times  

Police in the Netherlands issued a blunt warning telling the public to be on the lookout for cybercriminals using the coronavirus to swindle people. The scammers often use fake emails or fake text messages to obtain personal information from their victims, police said in a statement. The criminals send links via these channels to trick people into providing personal data …

Facebook, Instagram influencers being offered money to spread Coronavirus awareness; but it's a scam
4 years, 9 months ago

Facebook, Instagram influencers being offered money to spread Coronavirus awareness; but it's a scam

India TV News  

Cybercriminals are luring verified Facebook and Instagram users in the disguise of spreading awareness about novel coronavirus, offering them $1,500 per week via a global email fraud. IANS got access to such emails shared by verified Facebook users, that came from 'health organisations', offering money to advertise their awareness content on coronavirus on their verified handles on social media platforms …

Beware the (computer) virus and other covid19 fraud
4 years, 9 months ago

Beware the (computer) virus and other covid19 fraud

Dutch News  

The need for information about coronavirus is giving rise to hackers and fake news merchants who are trying to spread malicious software via social media and designated websites, and people working form home should be extra vigilant, the Volkskrant warns. Beware a fake version of the authoritative Johns Hopkins University which tells people to download a map explaining the spread …

Coronavirus 'fearware' sees hackers exploit Covid-19 panic to target victims
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus 'fearware' sees hackers exploit Covid-19 panic to target victims

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cyber criminals are exploiting fears surrounding the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic to spread dangerous …

Cybercriminals are trying to cash in on the coronavirus, experts warn
4 years, 9 months ago

Cybercriminals are trying to cash in on the coronavirus, experts warn

CNN  

New York CNN Business — Criminals are exploiting the public’s fears about the coronavirus to try to break into their email, social media, and banking accounts, cybersecurity experts have warned. Hackers are sending emails purporting to provide information about the coronavirus but are designed to trick people into handing over their passwords, experts at the leading cyber threat intelligence firm …

Chinese media accuses Indian hackers of staging cyberattacks using coronavirus as lure
4 years, 11 months ago

Chinese media accuses Indian hackers of staging cyberattacks using coronavirus as lure

India TV News  

Chinese internet security company 360 Security Technology has accused Indian hackers of breaking into its systems by using the novel coronavirus as “lure” to target the Chinese medical sphere, China’s state-backed media reported on Friday. A report in China’s state-backed Global Times claimed that an Indian hackers’ group, BITTER, was behind advanced cyber-attacks on China’s government agencies and companies, including …

China coronavirus outbreak: All the latest updates
4 years, 11 months ago

China coronavirus outbreak: All the latest updates

Al Jazeera  

New outbreak death toll nears 500, as confirmed cases pass 24,500, with majority of infections and deaths in China. Coronavirus a ‘new layer of uncertainty’ for economy: ECB’s Lagarde The spread of the virus presents “a new layer of uncertainty” the the European economy, European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said. “Airbus is constantly evaluating the situation and monitoring any …

Hackers use Coronavirus to spread computer virus
4 years, 11 months ago

Hackers use Coronavirus to spread computer virus

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. "Global events often capture the world's attention with a combination of wide recognition and a sense of …

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