Fraud & Security Alert

A federal agency has finalized a new rule that would allow debt collectors to contact people through text, email and social media. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says changes are being made to keep up with new technology. We've got details on upcoming changes so you can decide whether this is a good or bad idea.

Sextortion scams are taking a drastic new turn thanks to current events. In this latest version, the scammers will claim to have hacked your Zoom account and threaten to expose you with footage recorded without your knowledge. If you get one of these scary emails, here's why you should relax.

Some people who use payment apps are running into accounts claiming to belong to generous investors. They'll offer to take a payment from you, put it into the stock market and share the profits. Sounds good, right? As it turns out, it's just another scam — one that can cost you hundreds or thousands of dollars if you aren't careful.

It’s been two days since the election, and I know that you were hoping for a break from all the politics. But as the election is being contested and the lawsuits begin, cybercriminals are circulating even more online election scams.