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.

‘Shark Tank’ Judge Recoups $400K Lost In Phishing Scam

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

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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Puerto Rico Falls Prey To $4M Online Fraud
Puerto Rico Falls Prey To $4M Online Fraud
February 14, 2020  |  Cybersecurity

An online scam targeted $4 million in retirement funds from at least four Puerto Rico agencies, according to reports on Thursday (Feb. 14).  Get the...

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How Greyhound Bus Makes Fraudsters Play Fare
How Greyhound Bus Makes Fraudsters Play Fare
February 14, 2020  |  Fraud Prevention

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PR Gov’t Loses $2.6M Due To Email Phishing
PR Gov’t Loses $2.6M Due To Email Phishing
February 13, 2020  |  Cybersecurity

The government of Puerto Rico lost $2.6 million after it was the victim of an email phishing scam, according to the AP. Get the Full Story...

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The Big Spike In ‘CEO Fraud’
The Big Spike In ‘CEO Fraud’
February 12, 2020  |  Cybersecurity

According to the 2019 edition of the FBI’s Internet Crime Report, last year was both a lucrative and diverse year for cybercriminals and scammers. All in, the...

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