Updated malware steals your money and wipes your phone — Win at Wordle with these pro tips
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January 27, 2022

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Devious new malware steals your money, then wipes your phone

4 things you need to know today

1. Devious new malware steals your money, then wipes your phone

Cybercriminals have clever ways of changing malware variants to find more victims. For example, one variant that started as spyware has been updated to steal baking info, illegally transfer money to hackers and then completely wipe your device. Here's how to stay safe.

Tap or click here for tips to avoid this dangerous malware. →

2. Scammer arrested after grandma spots his tricks - Here's what tipped her off

A scammer in Long Island thought that he would score big by targeting a senior citizen. But what he didn't know was that she was a former 911 operator who could spot a scam a mile away. Here's what happened and how you can protect yourself.

Tap or click to find out how one wise grandma caught a scammer red-handed. →

3. Love Wordle? Pro tips to guess the right word every day

If you haven't heard of Wordle, you may be living under a rock. Whether you are new to the game or are a Wordle addict, we've got you covered with some pro tips to beat it every time.

Tap or click here for some helpful Wordle pro tips. →

4. Update your iPhone and Mac now to patch this dangerous Safari flaw

Don't browse with Safari unless you update your Apple device ASAP. A scary bug lets websites see far more than they should. They can see your Google User Avatar and even your browsing history. Here's how to protect yourself.

Tap or click here to protect your gadgets from a privacy-busting bug. →

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  1. Check your spam folder! That’s how a woman learned she won $3 million. Tap or click to see how she discovered it was real.
  2. A bot is ruining Wordle. Tap or click to find out how to avoid the spoilers.
  3. Tax season is here. Tap or click for things to expect and easy ways to scan your documents.
  4. This new warning in Google Drive means a scammer may be after you. Tap or click for a simple way to avoid malware.
  5. Locked out of your social media account? Tap or click to spot scammers promising to help.
 

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