During the last days of election season, get-out-the-vote initiatives go into full swing. Most candidates now have multifaceted operations involving phone banking, targeted texting and email campaigns, which seek to engage likely supporters across multiple channels. Modern campaigning still involves significant expenditures on standbys like TV and radio advertising, but it has evolved dramatically in the […]

When it comes to making online purchases, be cautious of items being advertised well below their market value. Remember, if the deal appears too good to be true, it probably is. Use the Internet to research the advertised item and the seller’s name, email addresses, telephone numbers, and other unique identifiers. Avoid sellers who refuse […]

Individuals receive an on-screen pop-up message claiming a virus has been found on their computer. In order to receive assistance, the message requests the victim call a phone number associated with the fraudulent tech support company. Individuals who receive a pop-up or locked screen, should shut down the device immediately. Ignore any pop-ups instructing to […]

In this scheme; the criminal contacts the victim offering a refund for tech support services previously rendered. The criminal requests access to the victim’s device and instructs the victim to login to their online bank account to process a refund. As a result, the criminal gains control of the victim’s device and bank account. Remember […]

Online job scams are dangerous and exhausting. Here’s how to avoid them.