fraud

Fraud is intentional deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right. Fraud can violate civil law, a criminal law, or it may cause no loss of money, property or legal right but still be an element of another civil or criminal wrong.

FBI’s Christopher Wray: Ransomware Threats Akin To 9/11 Attacks

FBI’s Christopher Wray: Ransomware Threats Akin To 9/11 Attacks
FBI’s Christopher Wray: Ransomware Threats Akin To 9/11 Attacks
June 04, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating roughly 100 varieties of ransomware, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday (June 4). These challenges, many of...

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With Credit Card Fraud Facing Extinction, ID Theft Looks To Fill The Void
With Credit Card Fraud Facing Extinction, ID Theft Looks To Fill The Void
June 04, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

The good news is we may finally be witnessing the end of credit card fraud. The bad news, however, is that the online fraudsters and...

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DOJ Vows To Prioritize Ransomware Investigations
DOJ Vows To Prioritize Ransomware Investigations
June 03, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is prioritizing investigations into ransomware, Reuters reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Ex-SEC Enforcer: Cryptocurrencies ‘Essence Of Ransomware’
Ex-SEC Enforcer: Cryptocurrencies ‘Essence Of Ransomware’
June 03, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Investors in digital currency are helping online hackers get away with their crimes, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) internet enforcement office founder said Thursday...

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Crypto’s Troubling Rise And Role In Growing Ransomware Attacks
Crypto’s Troubling Rise And Role In Growing Ransomware Attacks
June 03, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

Growing instances of bitcoin being used to demand ransom payments suggest that the best-known cryptocurrency is gaining popularity among cyber criminals. From pipelines to meat...

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Ferry Operator Serving Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard Attacked With Ransomware
Ferry Operator Serving Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard Attacked With Ransomware
June 02, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

The Massachusetts Steamship Authority, which operates ferries serving the summer hot spots Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Cape Cod, announced on Twitter Wednesday (June 2) that...

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Bitcoin Daily: Google To Ban Ads For Selling, Trading Crypto; Kraken Debuts Trading App In US; Indonesia’s Tokocrypto Plans IPO; Belt Finance To Compensate Users In Wake Of Cyberattack
Bitcoin Daily: Google To Ban Ads For Selling, Trading Crypto; Kraken Debuts Trading App In...
June 02, 2021  |  Bitcoin

Google in August will adjust its rules on cryptocurrency-related advertisements, first laid down in 2018, according to an update to its advertising policies page. Get...

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Government Needs To Step Up To Combat Ransomware Attacks, Execs Say
Government Needs To Step Up To Combat Ransomware Attacks, Execs Say
June 02, 2021  |  Cybersecurity

Ransomware attacks threatening in recent weeks to interfere with the way Americans heat their homes, drive their cars and eat are among factors prompting business...

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