Tag: Scams
Bear Costume Insurance Scam: California Officials Expose Fake Car Attacks
Four individuals from Southern California have been taken into custody on charges of insurance fraud after they claimed that a bear had vandalized their cars, when in fact it was discovered to be a...
How to Stop Unwanted Calls: The Do Not Call List Loophole Explained
If you've taken the time to read our tips here at CyberGuy to keep phone scammers at bay, good for you. One of these tips is to put your phone number on the national...
Preventing Elder Fraud: Criminals Exploiting Personal Information to Target Vulnerable Seniors
Scammers are taking advantage of leaked personal information to steal money from older Americans. In 2023, individuals over 60 lost a total of $3.4 billion to scams, showing a 10.6% increase from the previous...
Beware of Fake Software Fixes: Protect Yourself from Money-Stealing Malware
Malware is a type of harmful software that can steal money and personal information from your devices. Cybercriminals are using fake updates in internet browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft to trick users into...
China’s vast cyber trafficking network dupes Americans using fake shopsTitle: Beware of China’s Cyber...
A vast cyber trafficking network originating in China has been reported to have scammed over 800,000 individuals in the U.S. and Europe. The network operates through more than 22,500 fake online shops that offer...