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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Voice Phishing Organization That Scammed 24.5 Billion Won Arrested Amid Threats While Reading Indictment

A voice phishing organization operating from Southeast Asia and scamming 24.5 billion won was arrested by the police.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Time and Cybersecurity: The Challenge for IT Teams

The article discusses the challenges that IT teams face in cybersecurity, particularly the loss of valuable time to repetitive tasks and notifications.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

"Let's Open Coin Dating Savings"... 49 Arrested for Fishing Scam in Cambodia That Defrauded 10.5 Billion Won

A fishing scam organization based in Cambodia was caught after defrauding victims through fake online relationships, resulting in the arrest of 49 individuals by South Korean police.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Apple app password scam email warning

A warning about an Apple impersonation scam email that claims unauthorized transactions, urging recipients to call a support number to resolve the issue.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP executes search warrant against suspect for unauthorized access and trafficking of confidential data in RN

The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte executed a search warrant in an investigation into unauthorized access to confidential data.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is how mobile certificates can be hacked - A serious warning from a cybersecurity expert

A cybersecurity expert warns about vulnerabilities in the Finnish mobile certificate system, emphasizing risks linked to its use in online identity verification.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

"We are from the mafia, we've been following you": he was robbed in Guayaquil and then they tried to trick him through 'phishing' to obtain his phone password

Arturo Miranda was followed and robbed in Guayaquil, where the assailants later attempted to use phishing tactics to access his phone's password.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Serious Warning About Mobile Authentication Misuse: "The Trick Is That..."

A warning has been issued about the potential misuse of mobile authentication in Finland, highlighting the risks of identity theft and fraud.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

There Can Be an Unpleasant Surprise in Your Phone Calendar โ€“ Hereโ€™s How to Prevent It

Cybercriminals are increasingly using calendar applications on computers and mobile phones to execute phishing attacks, warns security firm Malwarebytes.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Exploiting the Gaps of 'FOMO' [New Normal - Big Data 2030]

The article discusses the alarming rise in financial frauds linked to feelings of urgency and fear of missing out (FOMO) in the current market scenario.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Throw such a message straight into the trash

The Finnish Cyber Security Centre warns about phishing messages disguised as police communications, urging recipients to ignore and delete them.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

10 cybersecurity tips for companies with remote workers

The article provides cybersecurity tips for companies with remote workers, emphasizing the increased risks associated with hybrid work environments.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

YouTube TV billing scam emails are hitting inboxes

Scammers are sending fraudulent emails claiming to be from YouTube TV regarding billing issues, targeting individuals who do not subscribe to the service.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Phishing of Account Data: How Mobile Network Operators Protect Their Customers from Fraud

Mobile network operators like Vodafone and Telekom are enhancing fraud protection with new warning systems that effectively filter out suspicious calls and SMS.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Details of the Largest War on Phishing and Digital Fraud Gangs in Africa

An international operation led to the arrest of 651 suspects and the recovery of over $4.3 million in an anti-cyber crime initiative across 16 African countries.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Doctor warns of a harsh scam - do not act like this under any circumstances

A Finnish doctor in Rovaniemi is warning patients about a sophisticated phishing email that appears to be from a healthcare provider, urging caution.

Feb 20 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Ghost touch and identity theft: a guide to new forms of digital fraud and how to prevent them

This article discusses a recent case of digital fraud involving phishing tactics that led to significant financial loss for the victim.

Feb 19 โ€ข 21:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Samuli, 51, received a fraudulent message from 'S-Pankki'

A man named Samuli reported receiving a phishing email impersonating S-Pankki, warning others of the potential scam.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Hackers Sent Emails in the Name of a Prison Administration Employee

Hackers impersonated an employee of the Icelandic Prison and Probation Administration to send out deceptive emails.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Juha booked a hotel in Tallinn - then came a strange message: 'It was really close'

A Finnish man named Juha nearly fell victim to a phishing attempt while trying to confirm his hotel booking in Tallinn, receiving a suspicious message that seemed legitimate but contained a wrong reservation number.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Police Warns: No Need to React to This Message

The Finnish police warn of a phishing scam where emails falsely represent law enforcement, threatening recipients with legal consequences if they do not comply.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Don't fall for this scam โ€“ Your account can be emptied

The Finnish Digital and Population Data Agency warns citizens about ongoing scam messages related to the Suomi.fi service, urging caution against deceptive communications.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Electric Company Had a Security Vulnerability That Could Have Been Used for Phishing

Finnish electric company Vihreรค ร„lyenergia reported a security vulnerability that could potentially be exploited for phishing and data breaches, though no signs of its exploitation were found.

Feb 16 โ€ข 18:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

"Your package was not delivered": The most common scam in Greece

A new phishing scam in Greece involves SMS messages from fake courier services claiming that packages were not delivered, prompting recipients to click on links and provide personal information.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Protection Against Fraud: Huh! This Email is Real!

The article discusses the increasing sophistication of phishing emails and provides tips on how to distinguish genuine messages from fraudulent ones.

Feb 15 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

If You Give Bank Credentials to a Criminal, There May Be Damage You Won't Even See in the Account

Cybercriminals are increasingly interested in victims' identities to activate mobile certificates for fraudulent activities, while the public misconception is that online scammers only target cash in accounts.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Scam Alert: SRI Never Sends Messages or Emails for Alleged Refunds

The Ecuadorian tax authority (SRI) warns the public about fake messages regarding refunds aimed at scamming people.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Robinhood text scam warning: Do not call this number

Users are warned about a fraudulent text message impersonating Robinhood, raising concerns over potential phishing attacks.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Looking for company on Valentine's Day? Don't fall for this โ€“ You might lose your money

As Valentine's Day approaches, cybersecurity firms warn of a surge in romance and phishing scams targeting individuals seeking companionship.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Crime & Justice

Scammed out of a thousand euros with a fake email, purchases made for nearly 300 euros with child's phone

A woman in Estonia lost 1,000 euros to a scam that involved a fraudulent email from someone pretending to be Swedbank.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

This is how scammers are now striking: Exploiting trust in the Post and authorities

In Finland, scams exploiting trust in postal services and authorities have surged, with reports of phishing messages leading victims to share personal information.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now there is a new way to fish for your data - stop if you receive such a request

Finnish authorities report an increase in phishing scams impersonating governmental and postal services.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Leader of Cambodia-derived voice phishing organization sentenced to 12 years in prison in first trial

A leader of a South Korean organized crime group operating in Thailand, derived from a Cambodian entity, has received a 12-year prison sentence for involvement in voice phishing crimes.

Feb 11 โ€ข 02:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Microsoft 'Important Mail' email is a scam: How to spot it

A recent email posing as an urgent warning from Microsoft is a scam designed to deceive users into clicking malicious links.

Feb 10 โ€ข 20:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

If your phone does this, stop immediately โ€“ 'A real danger sign'

QR code scanning in restaurants and public places may expose users to significant security risks such as phishing scams and malware.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Frauds: Beware of these messages - they impersonate the AADE, the ELTA, the Attiki Odos

Recent fraudulent messages impersonating Greek authorities are a growing concern, with scams attempting to deceive citizens through SMS phishing.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korea and China Join Hands to Counter 'Transnational Crime'... Park Seong-joo, Head of National Investigation Agency, Visits China

The Chief of the National Investigation Agency of South Korea is visiting China's Ministry of Public Security to discuss cooperation against transnational crimes like voice phishing and online fraud.

Feb 9 โ€ข 02:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

With a simple PDF, cybercriminals can access your computer: what to watch out for

Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities through deceptive PDFs, allowing remote access to victims' computers.

Feb 7 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Amazon shoppers in UK issued warning over fake product recalls

UK Amazon shoppers have been warned about a scam where fake text messages about product recalls are being sent to steal personal information.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Crime & Justice

The Civil Guard warns of a phishing campaign with false notifications from the Tax Agency

The Civil Guard and the National Cybersecurity Institute have issued a warning about a phishing scam that mimics the format of notifications from the Tax Agency.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Cybersecurity and AI: So Far 1:1, But the Draw Is Fragile

The article discusses how AI has significantly advanced in the areas of phishing and scam emails, highlighting the potential for highly personalized attacks based on social media profiles.

Feb 4 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Crime & Justice

Scammers scammed Finns out of nearly 70 million euros last year

Scammers deceived Finns out of nearly 70 million euros in the previous year, primarily through phishing attacks that stole around 22 million euros.

Feb 4 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Finnish people lost over 70 million euros to scams last year, reports Finance Finland

In 2022, Finns were defrauded of over 70 million euros through various scams, primarily phishing attempts, which accounted for about 22 million euros.

Feb 4 โ€ข 01:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
Crime & Justice

China-linked hackers used Venezuela-themed phishing to target US agencies: report

A Chinese-linked hacker group utilized Venezuela-themed phishing emails to launch a malware campaign against US government-related targets, as noted by the Swiss cybersecurity firm Acronis.

Jan 15 โ€ข 20:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Crime & Justice

Data Center in Hesse: Authorities dismantle global phishing network

Authorities in Germany, the US, and the UK have dismantled the global cybercrime service RedVDS, which had caused damages amounting to hundreds of millions of euros by offering anonymous servers to criminals, affecting hundreds of victims in Germany.

Jan 15 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

We eliminate your Facebook and Instagram account but it's a scam: how to defend yourself

The article discusses a new phishing scam that pretends to come from Meta, warning users about account blocks on Facebook and Instagram to steal sensitive information.

Jan 12 โ€ข 19:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

"Click here": how the new scam on the health card works

A new phishing scam targeting millions of Italian citizens involves deceptive emails about renewing health cards, which can lead to serious personal data theft issues.

Jan 10 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Hackers abuse Google Cloud to send trusted phishing emails

Cybercriminals are exploiting Google Cloud's legitimate email features to send phishing emails that bypass spam filters, making them appear trustworthy.

Jan 8 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Fake error popups are spreading malware fast

A new cybercrime tool utilizing fake error popups is rapidly increasing malware distribution by misleading users into thinking their devices are compromised.

Jan 7 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

IT Security Vulnerability in Medicine: When the Doctor's Email Does Not Come from the Doctor

German medical practices and clinics have experienced significant security vulnerabilities in their email systems, allowing cyber attackers to create fake email addresses that impersonate doctors, as revealed by IT security researcher Christoph Saatjohann.

Dec 27 โ€ข 09:55 UTC

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