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Beware of Fake Skechers Websites – How to Avoid This Online Scam 

By Kerry Manton

Online shopping scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with criminals exploiting trusted brands to defraud consumers. One prevalent scam currently popular on social media, involves fake websites purporting to sell Skechers

Advice for Ticket Scam Frauds 

By Kerry Manton

If you’re looking to buy tickets for an event then remember to be on the lookout and aware of ticket scam frauds.  How the Scam Works  Ticket scams typically involve

Black Basta Ransomware: A New Social Engineering Threat

By Kerry Manton

The Black Basta ransomware group has recently launched an aggressive social engineering campaign targeting businesses. Originating from the remnants of the disbanded Conti group, Black Basta has rapidly established itself

Social Media Fraud: The Evolving Threat and How to Defend Yourself

By Kerry Manton

Social media platforms offer connection and entertainment, but they’ve also become a hunting ground for sophisticated scammers. These criminals are increasingly turning to a combination of clever psychological tactics and

WhatsApp Verification Code Scams: Stay Safe and Protect Your Account

By Kerry Manton

WhatsApp, the popular messaging service owned by Meta, has become a prime target for fraudsters. A recent scam involves the manipulation of the WhatsApp’s verification code system, leading to unsuspecting

Beware of the “I can’t believe he’s gone” Facebook Scam.

By Kerry Manton

A new Facebook scam has been making the rounds, preying on users’ sympathy and care for others. The scam starts with a Facebook post that says, “I can’t believe he’s

Beware of Tax Return Scams This January 

By Kerry Manton

It’s that time of year again – self-assessment tax returns are due by 31st January.  This can be a stressful time for the 12 million people who submit self-assessment returns

Phone Scams Use “Number Spoofing”

By Kerry Manton

You may have received questionable phone calls that appear to originate from numbers similar to your bank’s customer service line. This deceptive tactic is called “number spoofing” and criminals use

Scam Alert: Phishing Scams Targeting Royal Mail Customers

By Kerry Manton

Fraudsters are impersonating the Royal Mail on social media platforms, luring potential victims with cut-price deals on stamps. These scammers create fake websites using Royal Mail branding in an attempt

Phishing Attacks Impersonating Eventbrite Emails Target Businesses and Charities

By Kerry Manton

Overview The widespread adoption of digital communication has created an environment where businesses and charities are increasingly reliant on online platforms such as Eventbrite to manage their events and engage

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