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LONDON, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. today released findings of a survey* into an emerging form of Internet scam that targets English-language markets and costs victims on average $875 (U.S.). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20000822/MSFTLOGO) The scam works by criminals posing as computer security engineers and calling people at home to tell them they are at risk of a computer security threat. The scammers tell their victims they are providing free security checks...
NumberInvestigator.com Seeks to Aid in Prevention of the Better Business Bureau Lottery fraud (PRWEB) June 15, 2011 NumberInvestigator.com warns consumers that criminals are deceptively masquerading as the BBB, telling victims they have won a lottery in an attempt to steal thousands of dollars from people who think that they have hit the jackpot. Up to $80,000 has been lost by individuals who have been contacted over the phone by people who pose as BBB employees. The "employee" then...
FreePRF.com offers help to targets of computer-savvy scam artists. Woodland Hills, CA (PRWEB) May 26, 2011 FreePRF.com knows officials are concerned that scam artists are taking advantage of senior adults who seek companionship through online social media sites and dating websites. Scam artists are taking advantage of technologies, and seniors tend to be a target because of their wealth bracket. This latest financial scam plays on the emotions of their victims. Unfortunately the...
CLEARWATER, Fla., May 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Internet Security Awareness Training (ISAT) firm KnowBe4 has released new cybercrime statistics that identify the nation's most Phish-prone(TM) industry sectors, which are those most susceptible to cybercrime ploys. The top five industries vulnerable to cybercrime include travel, education, financial services, government services and IT services. These findings are based on a recent phishing experiment KnowBe4 conducted among small and medium...
NumberInvestigator.com Urges Users to Look Out for Suspicious Phone Calls, Emails or LettersBellevue, WA (PRWEB) May 20, 2011 According to a recent report from Sign On San Diego, customers of Sony Online Entertainment should be cautious of "spear phishing" scams after a hacker may have accessed personal information on more than 24 million accounts, including email addresses and passwords.Privacy experts reported that these cyber criminals may have enough customer information to send...
PublicRecordFinder.com Works to Protect from Deceptive Electronic CommunicationsBellevue, WA (PRWEB) May 19, 2011 PublicRecordFinder.com knows that technologies and the Internet have made scams a part of everyday life. PublicRecordFinder.com wants the public to know how to avoid being a victim. Phishing is done by scammers who send a mass email to every address they can find. The message appears to come from a financial institution or bank. The body of the email tells the reader that their...
Leading cyber security firm adds management experience to drive future growth Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) May 17, 2011 Wombat Security Technologies (Wombat), a leading provider of cyber security training and filtering technologies, announced today the addition of Joe Ferrara as President and CEO. Mr. Ferrara brings extensive technology marketing, operations and management experience to the Company. "It's an exciting time in Wombat's history and I am thrilled to lead the company forward. We...
Authentication services leader recognized for best computer related services. Lindon, UT (PRWEB) May 12, 2011 DigiCert, Inc. announced today it is to be awarded the prestigious Best of State Award for Computer Related Services in 2011. The award will be presented at the Best of State Awards Gala in Salt Lake City on June 4. "DigiCert is pleased to receive this Best of State Award," said DigiCert CEO, Ken Bretschneider. "Being recognized from amongst the best in Utah's technology...
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting consumers with "marketing-like" approaches, according to the security intelligence report released by Microsoft.As the general public becomes more aware of cybercrime, cybercriminals have gotten more sophisticated and continue to evolve their attack methods.Microsoft's latest report found that attacks were being run like marketing campaigns with fake product promotions, especially during events that generate a lot of media attention. A "polarization"...
WHIPPANY, N.J., May 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Suburban Propane has been advised of a scam using its company name wherein victims receive written notice that they have been selected to receive a "Prize Winning Payout" of $50,000. Attached to the written notice is what appears to be a Suburban Propane-issued check for $3,100, which the recipients are instructed to cash and return the money to a London-based tax officer, using Western Union Money Transfer, in order to cover the required...
