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Scam alert: ‘9-1-1’ spoofing

by Guest Blogger on May 30, 2018 0 comments

Even public safety officials are being used as a front for scam artists. Scammers are spoofing the emergency number 911 in hopes they can scare you into sharing personal information. We are taught 911 is there to help us, which is why the scam works. Find out what to watch for.

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New computer chip security weakness disclosed

by TDS Security Team on May 24, 2018 0 comments

Bad news, consumers—there’s a new chip-based security vulnerability you need to watch out for. Called “Variant 4,” it doesn’t seem this exploit used in the wild…yet. However, now that it’s out in the open, it’s entirely possible hackers will be working overtime to give it a try. Find out what you can do to stay safe.

Internet job scams: how to spot common red flags

by Guest Blogger on May 16, 2018 0 comments

In many ways, the internet has made searching for a new job easier than ever, but it has also made the process more dangerous. Scammers troll the internet in search of easy victims they can target with job scams. Find out what red flags you should watch out for as you search for new opportunities.

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Twitter bug exposes passwords

by Missy Kellor on May 9, 2018 0 comments

The social media platform revealed last week that a bug in the systems left all Twitter passwords exposed in an internal log. Beyond changing your password, Twitter has additional advice for you—tips that really apply in every data breach situation.

Look before you log in

by TDS Security Team on April 18, 2018 0 comments

The expression “look before you leap” encourages you to think of possible consequences before you act. In the digital age, that turn of phrase arguably could be changed to: look before you log in. There's a new batch of login scams making the rounds—can you spot what's real and what's fake? Learn what to look for to avoid this trickery.

FTC warns: new variation on tech support scams

by Missy Kellor on April 11, 2018 0 comments

In a tech support scam, you’re tricked into believing you must give remote access to your computer to solve a tech crisis of some sort. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning about a new variation on this scam that banks on their good name and real history.

Consumer alert: latest data breaches at six big companies

by Missy Kellor on April 6, 2018 0 comments

It was not a great week for consumers or their personal and payment information. In a matter of days, SIX companies announced that data breaches could have exposed customer data from millions of customers. Given today’s digital world—even if you managed to avoid being impacted this week—it’s never a bad time to review some steps you can take after a breach:

Trouble in Paradise: Avoiding Airbnb scams

by Guest Blogger on March 22, 2018 0 comments

Airbnb has made it possible for travelers to live like a local—literally renting out residents’ apartments or homes. While the Airbnb site itself is safe and reliable, scammers may try to lead you off that path.

Clever tax scam for 2018 is a new twist on an old favorite

by TDS Security Team on February 22, 2018 0 comments

The Internal Revenue service warns that taxpayers could get conned into handing over tax refunds deposited in their accounts—that’s nothing new. The twist is that fraudsters file a real tax return with stolen data so filers get a real, but erroneous, refund. The criminals then pretend to be someone in authority to get taxpayers to “return” the refund money. Find out how it works and what you can do.

Report: Your smart TV could get hacked, if not protected

by Missy Kellor on February 21, 2018 0 comments

Consumer Reports has found that many smart TVs are vulnerable to hacking if proper security measures are not put in place (i.e., a secure home Wi-Fi network). And, beyond the models they found to be at risk, smart TVs in general pose privacy risks you might not know about. Find out what you can do.

Don’t be a fool for love: avoiding online dating scams

by Guest Blogger on February 12, 2018 0 comments

Everyone is looking for love, and in this digital age, many turn to online forums to find it. While many do find great relationships or fun dates through dating websites, others have felt the sting of costly scams. Monetary loss coupled with a broken heart? Far from a match made in heaven.

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