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Fraud
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Fake CAPTCHA Scam Abuses Verification Clicks to Send Costly International Texts
Research from Infoblox reveals a massive Click2SMS fraud scheme using fake CAPTCHAs and back button hijacking to trick victims into sending costly international texts.
New ClickFix attack Hides in Native Windows Tools to Reduce Detection Risk
Fake CAPTCHA ClickFix attack tricks users into running malicious commands, using cmdkey and regsvr32 to maintain persistence and avoid detection on Windows
FBI Atlanta and Indonesian National Police Take Down W3LLSTORE Phishing Marketplace
FBI Atlanta and Indonesian National Police dismantle W3LLSTORE phishing market linked to $20M fraud, seizing domains and detaining developer.
Hackers Pose as Non-Profit Developers to Deploy Monero Mining Malware
REF1695 hackers spread Monero mining malware via fake non-profit installers, using stealth tactics to evade detection and hijack systems for profit.
North Korean Hackers Pose as Trading Firm to Steal $285M from Drift
North Korean hackers (UNC4736) posed as a trading firm for six months to infiltrate Drift Protocol, using social engineering tactics to steal $285M without suspicion.
Microsoft Warns of WhatsApp Attachments Spreading Backdoor on Windows PCs
Microsoft warns of a WhatsApp attachments spreading VBS malware that installs backdoors on Windows PCs, giving hackers remote access and control systems.
Why GitHub Developers Are Targeted by Token Giveaway Scams
GitHub developers face rising giveaway scams. Verify repos, links, and maintainers before acting. Avoid rushed clicks, fake rewards, and risky wallet actions.
LinkedIn Phishing Scam Uses Fake Notifications to Hijack Accounts
A LinkedIn phishing scam uses fake notifications and lookalike domains to steal credentials, hijack accounts, and access sensitive professional data.
Fake OpenClaw Token Giveaway Targets GitHub Devs with Wallet-Draining Scam
OX Security reveals a new phishing campaign targeting GitHub developers. Scammers use fake OpenClaw token giveaways to trick users into connecting and draining their crypto wallets
OVHcloud Founder Denies Massive 590TB Data Breach Claims
OVHcloud denies breach after hacker claims 600TB data theft affecting millions of sites, with experts doubting authenticity due to weak proof