Tag: Scam

Amazon Prime Day Scams and Fake Amazon Websites

Scammers may use Prime Day to compromise you and your data

Amazon Prime Day scams is a name for fraudulent schemes that parasite on a sell-off day of the famous retailer. Such events pose a significant moment for retailers, but they also present an opportunity for scammers for taking advantage of unsuspecting shoppers. Whole networks of scam pages that mimic Amazon are created, and in this… Continue reading Amazon Prime Day Scams and Fake Amazon Websites

Crypto Recovery Services

Services offering to recover stolen cryptocurrency are scams

Crypto recovery scams are a specific type of fraudulent activity that piggybacks on victims of cryptocurrency scams. Con actors offer their help in restoring the lost money on the Internet, claiming to be professional recovery agents. What they do is defraud people once again, charging sums comparable to the amount of the initial loss. Crypto… Continue reading Crypto Recovery Services

Fake Virus Alert

If you're not careful, fake virus alert can lead to a real malware infection

Fake virus alerts are a nuisance; if you’re not careful, they can lead to a real malware injection. Scammers create fake virus pup-ups to deceive victims into clicking on the false virus warnings and inadvertently installing malware. So first, learn the telltale signs of a fake virus and how to deal with it. What is… Continue reading Fake Virus Alert

Can You Get a Virus By Visiting a Porn Site?

Is it possible to get malware from visiting a porn website? Here is our answer

Rumors and jokes about malware on porn websites have been circulating ever since such sites became popular among folks. It is a good call to a certain degree, as there were direct malware dangers in the past, and some are still present nowadays. Still, with the change of the overall malware landscape, these threats have… Continue reading Can You Get a Virus By Visiting a Porn Site?

Hamster Kombat Players Targeted in a New Malware Spreading Scheme

Another scam campaign based on Hamster Kombat

Players of Hamster Kombat have become prime targets for scammers promoting phishing schemes aimed at those looking for easy earnings. Malicious actors steal confidential data and infect inattentive players with malware. Due to the technical aspects of Hamster Kombat, these fraudulent schemes are highly successful. Hamster Kombat Tap-Game Players Targeted in Malware Spreading ESET researchers… Continue reading Hamster Kombat Players Targeted in a New Malware Spreading Scheme

Signs You’re Dealing With an Online Scam

The more activity you do online, the bigger the chance of having to deal with scammers.

Online scams have existed in one form or another since the advent of the internet itself. As the Internet has evolved, scammers have devised new ways to deceive users, and what was relevant ten years ago may not be applicable today. In this post, I have compiled the most current types of online scam and… Continue reading Signs You’re Dealing With an Online Scam

Scam Likely Calls: How to block them?

Since early 90s, scam calls remain a great danger

Have you ever glanced at your phone and seen the caller ID flash “Scam Likely”? Understanding what this alert means, why it appears, and how you can stop these calls is essential for protecting yourself from potential fraud. Here’s everything you need to know about the “Scam Likely” feature. What Does “Scam Likely” Mean? For… Continue reading Scam Likely Calls: How to block them?

Windows Defender Security Warning

Windows Defender label is not always trustworthy

Have you ever encountered a Windows Defender security warning pop-up while browsing? This type of malicious activity is designed to trick you into contacting scammers. Fortunately, you can quickly get rid of it. Here, we will explain how to remove this scam and protect yourself from other viruses. What is the Windows Defender Security Warning?… Continue reading Windows Defender Security Warning

How To Stop McAfee Pop-ups

Sometimes antivirus software solutions display too many popups, and McAfee is no exception.

It’s a good tone to be concerned about safety on the Internet. It’s ok when you have antivirus software installed, and it sometimes sends you a threat alert. However, getting notifications from an application you don’t use or haven’t even installed is a reason to think twice. For example, you may have heard of McAfee,… Continue reading How To Stop McAfee Pop-ups