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Welcome to Our New Anti-Scam Campaign: Let’s Fight Fraud Together
Online scams pose a bigger threat than ever. In the past few years alone, these attacks have grown in both number and complexity, with official reports indicating billions of dollars are lost annually to cyber crooks. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) reported that victims in the United States lost nearly $10 billion to…
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Over $110 Million lost to Bitcoin ATM scams in 2023, FTC warns
The rise of cryptocurrency has led to a surge in criminal activities, with scammers exploiting the relative anonymity and irreversible nature of these transactions. In 2023, Americans lost over $110 million to Bitcoin ATM scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). These scams are becoming increasingly…
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Could Bitdefender help me to solve [url removed by @Flexx] browser hijacker!
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PEGASUS SPYWARE
Looking for information about a Pegasus scam, The last information I saw was dated 2021 and at that time Bitdefender wasn't able to detect the virus. Has there been a change or is it still or is it still the same?
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Yandex.ru installation in MS Edge browser not detected by Bitdefender, even with long scan
Hi, I think you ought to know this - that is Bitdefender itself. Yandex.ru, in other words Putin, is now part of my search engine. Whenever I try to search for something, results come up in Russian and I cannot change the default search engine away from Yandex.ru. Bitdefender did NOT prevent this from happening (-: and…
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Beware of targeted scams - Essential advice for college students this Fall
As the fall semester begins, college students are returning to campuses across the country. With the excitement of a new academic year comes the unfortunate reality that scammers are also gearing up to target students. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued warnings about the rise in scams specifically aimed at…
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Suspect page
Here is the page that hacked my data: I want to signal it to all members and admins. Thank you. [*url removed by @Flexx*]
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How does financial fraud work? A rare glimpse into a call-center that scams people
The cyber-crime landscape has rapidly evolved over the past two decades. Easy internet access, widespread smartphone use, advanced technologies, and human vulnerability have made it easier for cybercriminals to target victims globally. While initially centered on financial fraud and ransomware, cybercriminals are now…
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Scam victims
Hello, we rely a lot on data and numbers to create and research the best technologies for scam prevention, but in real life, one of the most valuable insights comes from real people and their experiences. So, if you have ever been scammed ( almost scammed) or you know someone who is a victim, please share your experiences…
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Deepfakes!
Hi @Razvan C, this is @Flexx The link provided below on the Bitdefender blog only offers basic information related to deepfakes. Bitdefender's Stance on Deepfakes While Bitdefender excels at detecting malware and phishing links, deepfakes present a unique challenge. Currently, Bitdefender's primary focus remains on malware…
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I nearly got scammed by an online logistics company that was about to drain my bank account
Since this discussion is about online scams, I want to let people know about my experience and why they should ALWAYS be mindful of how they deal with people online. I work in the logistics business and we just inaugurated our office in a different country. It was imperative for us to get a local shipping provider or some…
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Beware of Fake Parking Tickets in Canada - ALSO OTHERS
Bitdefender had an article called "Beware of Fake Parking Tickets in Canada". I just received a text message that was similar - saying that I owed money to Rogers (mobile). The text says that I can pay through the billing portal: account-rogers-unpaid-bill.com . I checked with Rogers and don't owe anything. Looks like a…
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Web site legit or not?
Is there a way to check with Bitdefender if a site is legit or scam (using the https address)?
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What Are the Best Tools and Practices for Anti-Scam Protection?
I'm looking for recommendations on effective tools and best practices for protecting against online scams. What software or strategies do you use to identify and avoid scams, and how can I stay updated on the latest scam tactics? Any insights or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated.
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I received an email with attached pdf claiming to be from bitdefender.
I received an email with attached pdf claiming to be a receipt from bitdefender. This pdf congratulated me on renewing my subscription (even though its not due for another 3 months). It also listed the amount as being $667, which is far higher than my actual subscription. I didn't click on any links but did open the pdf in…
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Facebook Scams You Need to Know About
In an effort to raise awareness and help protect our community, we are starting a new thread dedicated to reporting Facebook scams. In the digital age, social media platforms like Facebook have become an integral part of our daily lives. However, with convenience and connectivity come various threats, including numerous…
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Scam email?
Email received today from 'Bitedefender Digital Identity Protection'. warning of '8 new personal data on the dark web, and 10 new social media profiles'. Checking on Bitedefender Central there is no corresponding info. How to I forward this email to Bitdefender to confirm if it's a scam?
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Prevent email phishing
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Scam of the Month – This July, AI Deepfakes Drive Supplement Scams on Social Media
What do Brad Pitt, Denzel Washington and George Clooney have in common? It’s not that they’re all part of the same movie cast—they’re inadvertently playing the role of their life in supplement scams. These celebrities, along with many other famous figures, are being used without their consent in AI-driven deepfake…