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- Big Names in Computers Teaming Up to Fight Email ScamsA new project with members made up of some of the biggest names in the computer industry playing a part is underway to stamp out fraudulent phishing emails.
- How Phishing is like a Home InvasionPhishing of course is when you receive a fraud based email designed to trick you into clicking links and entering your personal information. In some cases when clicking those links you may download a virus. Their intention is to bypass
- Phone Phishing, the Newest Security ThreatDo you have a Smartphone? Do you use it to browse the web? Do you get your email on your phone? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you are susceptible to phone phishing.
- What is Phishing? Protecting Yourself Against Fraudulent EmailThis article answers the question, "What is Phishing?" It also provides you with some tips and suggestions that help you avoid becoming a victim of this type scam.
BE CAREFUL of PHISHING: Do You Know What that Is?This is how it works, when you get a phishing email you have gotten an email falsely claiming to be from PayPal or another known entity. This is called "phishing" because the sender is "fishing" for your personal data
Stay Safe from Phishing with EV SSL Certificates | RapidSSLOnlinePhishing is an e-mail fraud method in which the sender sends out legal-looking email in a serious attempt to gather personal or financial information of the user.
Where to Report Phishing ScamsPhishing attacks and other Internet scams are becoming more targeted and sophisticated. Avoiding the scams is only half the battle. Combat Internet fraud by learning where and how to report it.- Bank of America Scam - Phishing EmailHave you received an alert from Bank of America? Is it really genuine or an attempt to get your infotmation? This article shows you how to tell if it is real.
- Phishing Attack Targets Merchant AccountsMerchant accounts are not immune to phishing attempts. Business owners should know how to recognize phishing and protect themselves against thieves.
- Beware: Current IRS Phishing ScamPhishing attacks mention IRS
- Criminal Hackers: The Soldiers of the Web MobToday's criminal hackers are very different than those who hacked for fun and fame a decade ago. Every week, I see stories about more criminals in faraway lands, making millions from various scams,
- How to Keep Your Information Safe on the InternetEveryday email accounts, social network accounts, credit cards, Paypals, and various other bits of information get phished, stolen, and taken advantage of. Here are a few tips and tricks to not get scammed.
- PhishingPhishing is a way for someone to trick you and steal your identity online. Here is some information about phishing and tips to prevent it from happening to you.
- Phishing Methods and PreventionPhishing is a common method by which people are tricked into giving out personal information. While it is a significant problem, it can be easily prevented.
Let's Go Phishing on Criag's ListPhishing for account information has become one of the worst situations on Craigslist.org. Why would someone want to take over your account? This article explores how and why this is happening.
Gone PhishingThe phishing schemers are getting more and more clever. Find out the latest free federal websites to protect you from being scammed, defrauded, phished or having your identity stolen.
Prevent Malware, Phishing, Viruses, and Packet SniffingHow to prevent malware, phishing, packet sniffing and more. A complete guide detailing the methods these people use to get into your computer, and steal your ID, and how to prevent them.- How to Avoid PhishingWe are all aware about the dangers of Internet. Spyware, scam, hackers, viruses are terms which we hear almost every day. Phishing is another danger of Internet fraud and can be considered as a kind of scam email.
- 10 Ways to Prevent PhishingThe Anti Phishing Working Group published a new report seeking to understand such trends by quantifying the scope of the global phishing problem, especially by examining domain name usage and phishing site uptimes
- What is Phishing?What is phishing? The main definition of phishing is that it is the practice of scamming someone online with the intent of stealing sensitive personal information such as ID numbers, bank account numbers, passwords and identity information.
- 7 Tips to Protect Your Data from Phishing SitesWhere the most of the phishing web sites are and how to avoid trouble.
- How to Protect Yourself from Phishing AttacksPhishing scam and attacks are on the rise. This guide teaches how to protect yourself from phishing attacks and scams.
Fostering Awareness & Improving Security EducationFinancial institutions have the most to lose and the most to gain by improving security education of their clients and employees.- Here's 12 Easy Ways to Protect Yourself from Crooks on the InternetDuring the holiday season, it becomes more dangerous to do business online, because fraudsters and identity thieves ramp up their efforts.
How to Protect Yourself from Phishing ScamsLearn how to protect your identity online from phishing scams and other methods of identity theft.- What You Can Do to Avoid Having Your E-mails Accounts Closed Due to Phishing ScamsRight on the heels of the FBI fraudulent e-mail scam, has comes a huge wave of e-mail attacks that have resulted in some e-mail customers being denied access to their e-mail accounts.
How to Prevent Phishing ScamsRecent reports abound of consumers email account being phished and American and Egyptian authorities arresting dozens of people in an online fraud crackdown for phishing scams.
Criminal Hackers Clean Out Bank Accounts Using Spear PhishingIt wasn't long ago that most phishing emails were from a supposed Nigerian General Matumbi Mabumboo Watumboo. And you and I were flattered that we were the chosen ones to help the general transfer 35 million out of the country- Protect Yourself Against Phishing on Social NetworksHow-to on protecting your social networking profile against hackers and phishing scams.
- Identify a Phishing E-mailPhishing e-mails often look just like legitimate messages from your bank or creditors. However, if you know what to look for, you can easily identify them.
- 7 Steps to Prevent Identity Theft Over the InternetEmail is generally not the standard operation procedure or request for information medium used by any legitimate commercial or financial organization who desire to make contact with you.
How to Avoid PhishingPhishing is a scam that involves tricking people into providing sensitive financial or personal information for malicious use.- Be Aware of E-mail Phishing for Your IdentityIdentity theft is on the rise. Phishing is something that everyone using the internet needs to be watching out for. It is very easy to be deceived. Here are some phishing schemes to be aware of.
Is OpenID Secure?Recently OpenID has gained traction as a way to simplify management of the many web accounts most Internet users have. Pros: simplicity and convenience. Cons: perceived security problems. Is OpenID less secure than your current identity management scheme?- I'm a Millionaire! the Funniest Phishing Email I Have Ever ReceivedI have received a lot of scam emails in my day, but this one is the best.
- How to Understand Internet Phishing ScamsWant to find out what phishing is and how to avoid it? Then read this guide.
- E-Mail Phishing, Advance Fee Scams, Phony Lotteries from the United Kingdom and AfricaForeigners e-mail you with stories of dormant bank accounts with millions of dollars that they'll share with you for a percentage, or for which all you do is pay a security keeping fee, or your e-mail address was picked as a lottery winner
Phishing for Your LifePhishing e-mails are one of the leading causes of identity theft. Learn how to spot fake e-mails and avoid the financial hardships it would have brought upon you and your family.
Phishing Lures: How to Avoid ThemTips on how to immediately spot a scam email, and avoid getting caught in a trap which could cost you dearly.
FTC Releases Report on Fraudulent Phishing and SpamThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released a report on their findings of "malicious spam and phishing", and has proposed actions that can be taken in order to mitigate the harmful affects that are caused by fraudulent phishing and spam.
