Beware of disposable phone numbers

by Russ Michaels | Sep 11, 2023 | scams, Security

So, what are disposable phone numbers? These are virtual phone numbers that are not permanently assigned to a specific individual or device. Anyone can purchase a temporary number from a service provider online. It is not tied to a physical SIM card or phone line contract. Users of these phone numbers can receive SMS or calls via the provider’s app or website. We’ll go into the various reasons below why people would need to use disposable phone numbers and why you should beware of disposable...

Voice Cloning – The latest cybersecurity threat

by Russ Michaels | May 11, 2023 | scams, Security

Voice Cloning - A Growing Cybersecurity Threat Just when you think you’re reasonably on top of all the cyber threats out there, new ones emerge. Say hello to voice cloning. Or don’t say hello to it because you don’t want a scammer to have your voice. Voice cloning made headlines recently when scammers called a frantic mom saying they had kidnapped her daughter and demanded $1 million in ransom. They “put her on the phone” and the mother was certain it was her daughter on the other...

Beware: Paypal Money Request Scam is back

by Russ Michaels | Dec 13, 2022 | scams, Security

If you have a paypal account, then literally anyone with an email address can request money from you. That's the double-edged sword with PayPal - it's simple to set up and use for legitimate purposes, but fraudsters can take advantage of that ease of use to perpetrate scams on the unsuspecting public. The PayPal Money Request scam has been around for a long time, but occasionally the scammers will often revert to using old tricks, so consider this a friendly reminder, this one has made a...

Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Advice

by Russ Michaels | Jun 10, 2022 | scams, Security

I have always taught my kids about scams, online safety and security from an early age, yet despite my efforts, one of my sons still managed to get scammed by one of these scumbag fraudsters recently, emptying his bank account. Halifax Bank did not care and wouldn't help, even though they admitted they knew it was a scam right away as soon as they saw the transactions. The ombudsmen also were of no use at all and were completely biased and sided with the bank, despite us providing undeniable...

Are you aware of company fraud? As a business owner, you really should be

by Russ Michaels | Apr 1, 2022 | Business, scams, Security

Did you know that company directors are twice as likely to be victims of ID fraud than anyone else. It’s easy to see why when you consider just how easy it is for someone to commit fraud against your company. Companies House, the UK’s registrar of companies, will happily accept documents submitted via post ‘on good faith’. This means any person can simply complete a form with a fake signature and make changes to your business without your consent or knowledge. This includes:- Change your...

How to report scam texts and emails

by Russ Michaels | Dec 19, 2021 | scams, Security, Tech Tips

Fake emails and text messages are a common tactic used by cyber criminals, their goal is often to convince you to click a link. Once clicked, you may be sent to a dodgy website which could download malware onto your computer, or steal your passwords and personal information.

Beware National Crime Agency Scam

by Russ Michaels | Aug 12, 2020 | News & Gossip, scams, Security

National Crime Agency scam Just got another new scam call today, this time claiming to be from the NCA. This one is a recorded message claiming to be from the national crime agency (NCA) and stating that they have detected some illegal activity on my name and national insurance number and need to cancel my national insurance number, press 1 to speak to an agent. This national crime agency scam aka National Insurance Scam is just one of many scams where fraudsters are posing as National Crime...

Adult Website Blackmail Scam

by Russ Michaels | Jul 24, 2018 | scams, Security

This week I have started receiving a new blackmail/scam email which seems to be doing the rounds This scam works on the premise that the recipient of the email has been visiting porn websites such as xvideos or pornhub, which of course is most of the male population, and the blackmailer then tells you that he installed malware on your computer via the website and has recorded a video of you spanking your monkey, which he will share with all your contacts if you do not pay the ransom. Firstly,...

BT customers targeted by Indian call centre scammers

by Russ Michaels | Sep 7, 2017 | News & Gossip, scams

BT customers in the UK have been targeted by call centre scammers in India – with one person reporting they were defrauded for thousands of pounds this week. The issue appears to have been going on for more than a year. Some customers said the fraudsters knew their personal details. One victim reported he had he got a call from someone this week asking for him by name, talking about his existing broadband problems which he had reported to BT previously. This individual claimed he had malware...

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Beware of disposable phone numbers

Voice Cloning – The latest cybersecurity threat

Beware: Paypal Money Request Scam is back

Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Advice

Are you aware of company fraud? As a business owner, you really should be

How to report scam texts and emails

Beware National Crime Agency Scam

Adult Website Blackmail Scam

BT customers targeted by Indian call centre scammers

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