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“You’ve made the Google 5 billionth search” pop-up: Is it a scam, and how do you remove it?
If you search for something on Google and then see a pop-up message claiming you've won a prize for making the "5 billionth search," it's nothing to celebrate. Messages like this can appear immediatel...
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What is cyber threat hunting, and how does it work?
A virus or malware that infects your system doesn’t always attack right away. Advanced and targeted threats can lie dormant, collecting data, searching for sensitive information, or stealing credent...
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What is AI phishing, and how can you avoid it?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a part of everyday life for many people. It can assist with everything from meal planning to managing schedules and emails and can enhance the cybersecurity too...
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How to identify and respond to NetWalker ransomware attacks
NetWalker was a well-known ransomware operation, first identified in 2019, which became especially prominent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Attackers used it to encrypt victims’ files and demand rans...
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What is a phishing campaign, and how do you stay protected?
Some phishing messages are easy to recognize: for example, an email from a “Nigerian prince” promising to send you millions of dollars, or a text message with spelling and grammar mistakes saying ...
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Spear phishing: Everything you need to know
Spear phishing can be an especially effective type of online scam because it’s designed to appear legitimate. Rather than relying on broad, generic messages, attackers research their targets and tai...
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Spotting UPS scam emails: What you need to know
When you expect a package, even if you're not sure which carrier is delivering it, an official-looking email about a delay or problem can seem routine. In many cases, you might click this kind of aler...
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How to spot and report Coinbase scam emails safely
Cryptocurrency scams are getting more sophisticated, and one of the most common tactics fraudsters use today is scam emails that pretend to be from well-known companies like Coinbase. These fake Coinb...
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Is Google Chat safe? A complete guide to staying protected online
Google Chat is designed to help you stay connected at work, school, and home, and it includes various built-in security features to protect users, such as encryption, spam detection, and account-level...
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Is BlueStacks safe? Complete guide
Numerous Reddit threads and online forums raise concerns about BlueStacks. Some users claim the installer contains malware, others mention bloatware or system slowdowns, and some report that their ant...
