A red exclamation point. Flashing text. You’ve been infected by a virus! But can you take anything for granted in the online world? That alert might be scareware. Find out how to identify and get rid of it. What is scareware? Scareware is a form of malware that uses frightening tactics to lure you into…
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As restituições do imposto de renda são bastante importantes para qualquer pessoa que precisa pagar o imposto no Brasil. E os golpistas aproveitam para realizar uma série de golpes e ataques envolvendo as restituições, tanto que a Receita Federal já emitiu um alerta sobre os perigos destes golpes virtuais. Os alertas dados pela Receita Federal…
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Nettbutikken Temu er en populær ny handelsplattform som tilbyr mistenkelige lave priser på et bredt utvalg av varer. Er det trygt å bruke den? La oss ta en nærmere titt på Temu, hvem som eier det og hvor legitime de er som et selskap. Innhold Hva er Temu? Er Temu trygt? Hvilken type data samler…
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Have you ever wondered what happens to credit card data when it is stolen? Before thieves can do anything, they must verify that the cards are usable and haven’t been deactivated. That’s what card testing is for. Find out how it works, how it can harm your business, and why it’s not just cardholders who…
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Wire fraud is a broad term describing one of the most common scams today. Learn what wire fraud is, its types, and most importantly, what you can do to protect yourself. Contents What is wire fraud? Wire fraud elements Wire fraud examples Wire fraud penalty What is the difference between wire fraud and mail fraud?…
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Despite the name, friendly fraud isn’t something that a customer or merchant can easily brush off. This chargeback process can cost significant revenue for sellers and even jail time for customers. In the best-case scenarios, it can guarantee drawn-out customer disputes. Fortunately, this type of chargeback fraud can be prevented with a few precautions. Here’s…
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Online auction fraud comes in many forms, from fraudsters selling counterfeit goods to fake bidding on items to inflate prices. It’s important to know how online auction fraud works and, most importantly, how to spot the signs of a scam. Read on to find out everything you need to know about online auction fraud and…
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