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ClickFix Scams Abuse Google, Cloudflare Checks to Deliver 7 Malware Families
Malwarebytes links fake Google and Cloudflare verification pages to shared ClickFix infrastructure delivering StealC, NetSupport and other malware.
AI Can Forge Documents in Minutes – “Looks Right” Is No Longer Enough
Generative AI is making document fraud faster and harder to spot, pushing security teams to verify provenance, signatures and file integrity at intake securely.
Fake “Google Notes” Browser Extension Caught Swapping Crypto Wallet Addresses
McAfee says a Google Notes browser extension is replacing copied crypto payment details, putting wallet transfers at risk for Chrome, Brave, and Microsoft Edge users.
Fake Interpol Investigation Emails Push Ransomware at Small Businesses Globally
Fake Interpol investigation emails are targeting small businesses with Proton Drive links that deliver ransomware, encrypt files, and route victims to Tox chat.
Hackers Use Fake FIFA World Cup 2026 T-Shirt Offers to Spread Voidrift Malware
A fake FIFA World Cup 2026 T-shirt giveaway scam is spreading Voidrift malware through personalized emails using company logos and trusted websites to bypass security filters.
212 New Venezuela Earthquake Domains Prompt Donation Scam Warnings
Researchers spotted 212 new domains registered after Venezuela's earthquake, warning donors of donation scam risks and urging them to verify relief sites first.
Fake GTA 6 Early Access Websites Target Gamers with Malware and Crypto Scams
GTA 6 scams are luring fans with fake early access, crypto payments and malware downloads. Learn why PC and Android gamers face the biggest risks online today.
The Rise of AI-Powered Academic Fraud: Beyond Traditional Plagiarism
AI has changed academic fraud. It now creates original-looking work, fake sources, and hidden misconduct that schools must learn to detect.
The Evolution of iGaming Fraud: What Security Teams Should Expect in 2027
Learn how AI, deepfakes, synthetic identities and fraud-as-a-service may reshape iGaming risk, and what security teams can do to detect future threats in 2027.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Hackers Target Football Fans With Fake Tickets Sites
Cybersecurity experts warn that active hacking networks are using fake hotel bookings, cloned websites, and live chat features to scam FIFA World Cup 2026 fans.