How to spot online dating frauds — 3 ways to secure smart home devices
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February 15, 2023

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This tricky email scam can fool just about anyone

3 things you need to know today

1. This tricky email scam can fool just about anyone

Cybercriminals don't just target your personal email, they also go after your work correspondence. In fact, business email compromise (BEC) attacks have soared recently. We'll explain what makes these attacks so lucrative for criminals and give you some ways to avoid falling victim.

Tap or click here to learn about the dangers of BEC attacks. →

2. Signs your new boyfriend or girlfriend is not who they say they are

Ah, love is in the air! And you know what that means? Yep. It's time for scammers to spread romance scams. These devious plots are easy to fall for and can lead to significant financial loss. We've got signs to watch for and ways to keep your money away from fake dating prospects.

Tap or click for ways to spot tricky romance scams. →

3. Buying new smart home tech? Take this step to keep creeps out

It's disturbingly easy for hackers to break into your smart home devices. Online databases show common default passwords for your devices. If you haven't updated the passwords, digital burglars could invade your home. Here's how to stay protected.

Tap or click here for three ways to secure your smart home devices. →

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Plus, a quick way to prevent headaches and eye strain when you're at the computer all day, how to spot credit card skimmers at the gas station and the full story behind the Netflix fee drama (and its Super Bowl ad with General Motors). Tap or click to get caught up on all things tech.

 

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