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When talking about online shopping, it’s clear there are many fears surrounding the process – and one of the most common is the cloning of credit (or debit) cards in a virtual scam. After all, with the rise of online shopping, cybercriminals are increasingly committed to defrauding unsuspecting Internet users. You may also come across […]

One of the best things about modern browsers is being able to install add-ons, elements that provide users with additional browsing resources. Some add-ons block adverts on web pages, others facilitate the download of videos on specific platforms, and so on. And, with online stores bursting with choices, it’s pretty easy to find an add-on […]

Microsoft caused a storm on the Internet after announcing it would block macros in documents downloaded from the web in newer versions of its popular productivity suite Office. According to the company, the aim is to improve security and fight the spread of malware that abuses the function. But do you even know what Office […]

You may have heard of phone call scams in which people impersonate others to ask for money. In recent months, however, a new type of fraud has become very popular: the delivery scam or card payment machine scam. Imagine it’s Sunday night and you’re hungry. With nothing in the fridge and feeling a little lazy, […]

You’re probably already used to hearing the term ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS). In recent years, elite cybercriminals have come together in groups as well-structured as conventional companies and have begun to “license” their malware among those looking to steal data. In short, it’s really simple: someone with zero experience in ransomware can “lease” a ready-made kit, launch […]

There are loads of ways for cybercriminals to scam people. One of them is catfishing, a term used to describe when someone pretends to be someone else. Catfishing is common on dating sites and social networks and there are several ways victims are targeted, either emotionally or financially. How Catfishing works In catfishing scams, criminals […]

Nowadays, it’s rare to come across someone who doesn’t have at least one profile on a social network, and it’s with good reason. These platforms have become crucial for linking up with relatives and colleagues, and even for making new friends all over the world. However, it’s no secret that all social platforms use tricks […]

Imagine the following situation: you wake up one fine morning, open your inbox and find an e-mail from some site thanking you for registering the previous night. It’s a really odd situation that would naturally stir anyone’s curiosity. How would you react? Conclude you had been sleepwalking? Guess a family member had used your device […]

The global contactless payment market was valued at USD 34.55 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 164.15 billion by 2030. The main reason for this sharp rise is the speed, convenience and hygiene of the process, as there is no need to insert a card into a machine and enter a PIN. […]