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  • Facebook

5 common mistakes that give crooks access to Facebook accounts

Unfortunately, having a strong password to keep the bad guys out of your Facebook account isn't the only thing users…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Watch out for phishing HMRC message scams amid third UK lockdown

There has been a significant and coordinated surge of fake HMRC emails and SMS text messages promising financial aid and…

3 years ago
  • Facebook

It’s a scam! Be aware of friends asking for money over social media.

We all like to think that, if in a position to do so, we'd help out a friend in need.…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Scam text messages claim you’re eligible for COVID vaccine

Scammers are attempting to extort money from victims by claiming they are eligible for a COVID vaccine and luring them…

3 years ago
  • Stay Safe Online

Watch out for scam emails about a DPD failed delivery

With Christmas fast approaching and many retail shops shut amid the COVID-19 pandemic, more of us than ever before will…

3 years ago
  • Facebook

Can you win a PS5 on Facebook for sharing a post? Fact Check

Posts on Facebook claim you can win a Playstation 5 and other expensive electronics for liking, commenting and sharing them.…

3 years ago
  • In The News

Google Chrome hit by zero-day attack. Update it now.

Those who use Google Chrome to surf the Internet are advised to ensure that they have the most up-to-date version…

4 years ago
  • Stay Safe Online

Extortion emails threaten recipients with “vote Trump or else”

Emails being sent to voters in the US states of Florida and Alaska are telling recipients to vote for President…

4 years ago
  • Malware

Email malware scam offers “secret” information on Trump’s health as bait

The latest email malware campaign hitting inboxes purports to offer "top secret" information into US President Donald Trump’s COVID condition.…

4 years ago
  • In The News

Graham Norton most dangerous celebrity to search for in 2020

Cyber security firm McAfee has proclaimed UK TV show host Graham Norton as the most dangerous person to search for…

4 years ago