phishing

Phishing is the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information or data, such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.

Banking Bots: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Banking Bots: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
March 25, 2020  |  Fraud Prevention

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Email Fraudsters Take Advantage Of Coronavirus Opportunity
Email Fraudsters Take Advantage Of Coronavirus Opportunity
March 23, 2020  |  B2B Payments

Even in times of global crisis, fraudsters will always look for ways to exploit unsuspecting targets. Corporates and government officials have recently been sounding the...

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Stopping Fraudsters From Taking The Travel Industry For An $11B Ride
Stopping Fraudsters From Taking The Travel Industry For An $11B Ride
March 20, 2020  |  Fraud Prevention

With the global travel industry expected to lose $11 billion to fraud this year, online travel agents (OTAs) must safeguard against threats across multiple channels....

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How Fraudsters Create New Schemes With Social Engineering
How Fraudsters Create New Schemes With Social Engineering
March 18, 2020  |  Mobile Order Ahead

Fraud is a perennial concern for quick-service restaurants (QSRs), and digital channels open ample new avenues for cybercrime, with hackers targeting restaurants for their cash,...

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Companies, US Gov’t Warn Of Coronavirus Cyber Scams
Companies, US Gov’t Warn Of Coronavirus Cyber Scams
March 17, 2020  |  Coronavirus

As more firms worldwide push for workers to hunker down from home in order to fend off the spread of the coronavirus, people are advised...

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‘Shark Tank’ Judge Recoups $400K Lost In Phishing Scam
‘Shark Tank’ Judge Recoups $400K Lost In Phishing Scam
March 02, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

Barbara Corcoran, a judge on the popular TV show “Shark Tank,” said she is “thrilled” about getting back almost $400,000 that she lost during a...

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Dropbox’s Three-Pronged Defense Against Digital Fraud
Dropbox’s Three-Pronged Defense Against Digital Fraud
February 28, 2020  |  Fraud Prevention

Cloud hosting platforms are charged with storing and protecting vast troves of valuable personal and company information, making them tempting targets for fraudsters. Improper security...

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Tax Season Adds Extra Fraud Weight For SMBs
Tax Season Adds Extra Fraud Weight For SMBs
February 24, 2020  |  B2B Payments

Tax season is upon U.S. small businesses, and fraudsters are taking advantage. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Study: Financial Pressure Makes CFOs Prone To Fraud
Study: Financial Pressure Makes CFOs Prone To Fraud
February 20, 2020  |  B2B Payments

A recent academic study found that company CFOs are less likely to admit to fraud when they’re facing pressure to meet certain financial goals, according...

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