Security & Fraud

Security & Fraud
Ubisoft Launches Microsite To Show The Darker Side Of Selfies
November 04, 2016

Selfies can be embarrassing and annoying, depending on who you ask, but they can also be a treasure trove of information for hackers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Smart Lightbulbs Are Prime Hacker Targets
November 04, 2016

Hackers love the IoT. It’s a match made in cyber-Heaven. The New York Times reported that smart lightbulbs, of all things, could be a major target for hackers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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The Hack That Breaks 1 Billion Androids
November 04, 2016

Forbes reported that researchers in Hong Kong have discovered a vulnerability in 41 percent of the 600 most popular U.S. and Chinese Android apps, leaving 1 billion accounts at risk. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Security Experts Agree, America Is Not Ready For A Cyberattack
November 03, 2016

Some unsettling news this morning about how America would fare in a potential future cyberattack. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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How Digital Security Could Decide The Presidency
November 03, 2016

Recent hacks surrounding next week’s election have exposed some serious risks in how most people and companies protect themselves online.

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Grandma Scam Culprits Caught
November 02, 2016

Courthouse News Service reported that the San Diego DA’s office has helped take down an international fraud scheme that targeted seniors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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UK To Spend Close To £2 Billion To Fight Cyberattacks
November 02, 2016

The U.K. government is reportedly gearing up to spend close to £2 billion over the course of the next five years to fight the growing number of cyberattacks in the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Shadow Brokers Posted A New Leak From NSA
November 02, 2016

Shadow Brokers, the group behind the publishing this past August of National Security Agency hacking tools, has posted a new leak that the group said showcases hundreds of organizations the NSA targeted over greater than a decade. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Recurly Fights Subscription Fraud With New Tool
November 02, 2016

Recurly, the enterprise-grade subscription management platform, announced Tuesday (Nov. 1) Recurly Fraud Management, which provides automated tools to protect revenue by minimizing chargebacks, prevent eCommerce fraud and deter the creation of unauthorized accounts. These threats, if left unchecked, decrease revenue and profits, increase operating costs...