A standard tech support scam goes as follows: You get an unsolicited call from someone telling you there’s a virus on your device but that it can be fixed if just grant him/her access to your system and submit a payment. It’s all fake. Instead, look for official notifications from your operating system or antivirus […]

In this scam the criminal contacts the victim offering a refund for tech support services previously rendered. The scammer asks for 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. […]

In this scam, 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. Consider […]

For older adults being online lets them stay abreast of current events, connect with friends and family, shop, manage finances, play games, and anything else you can think of. But just as you fasten your seat belt before driving, take precautions before using the Internet to be sure you are safe and secure. The FTC […]

Having a technical issue with an application or device? Consider going to the vendor’s official site or a reputable forum to get help. Don’t call support numbers that show up in browser ads or interact with unverified social media accounts claiming to offer technical support, as these channels can put your data at risk. See […]

You’re just about to put the final strokes on your project when suddenly an error message pops up. There might even be a number for you to call in order to fix the issue. Tech support scammers want you to believe you have a severe problem with your computer, like a virus. These scammers want […]