Online Scams

Researchers warn that search hijacking could expose users to privacy risks and potentially open the door to phishing attacks and malware.

A federal fraud investigation uncovered stolen identities used to collect student aid.

A new congressional report finds that billions are lost to cyber scams each year, but fragmented recovery efforts leave victims struggling to get their money back.

Fake bank employees and tech support agents turned seniors’ cash withdrawals into packages bound for rental homes.

A fake FTC agent, a bogus police report, and a “security deposit” are all part of the scheme.

Fake stores are gearing up for the holidays, and your AI shopping assistant could hand them more than your gift list.

A fake voicemail notification landed on my Google Calendar. Here's how I spotted the scam and what you can do to stop suspicious invites.

Scammers use fake Calendly booking pages to collect Facebook and Google passwords, then ask for the security codes needed to get in.

A phishing email might land in spam, but its malicious calendar invite could still appear on your schedule. Here's how scammers exploit the gap.

Scammers don’t need to hack your feed if they pay to be there.

AnonyMousKIT feeds real stolen-device details to AI callers that pose as Apple Support.

A new phishing technique is putting fake banking sites at the top of search results, making it easier for attackers to steal your credentials and drain your bank account.

The bogus download steals passwords and active browser sessions, potentially bypassing 2FA. Here’s how to shut down unauthorized access.

Coinbase has uncovered a new cryptocurrency scam in which fraudsters pose as the IRS and use fake letters and QR codes to steal crypto and sensitive personal information.

A new report has uncovered 120 fake Walmart websites attempting to steal shoppers' personal and financial information by offering unrealistic discounts.

A new lawsuit accuses Apple of negligence and misleading App Store safety claims after three users allegedly lost $1.84 million to a fake wallet app.

All About Cookies analyzed the FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report to find which states have the highest rates of cybercrime complaints involving victims aged 17 and younger, which scams target young people most, and more.

All About Cookies analyzed the FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report to find which states have the highest rates of cybercrime complaints involving victims aged 60 and older, which scams target seniors most, and more.

Scammers are mining real data breaches to make a sextortion email look personal. If you got one naming a company you use, here's what's really going on.

Fake Norton LifeLock renewal and invoice emails use a real-looking charge and a callback number to steal your money. Here's how to recognize one and what to do next.

A social engineering attack has put millions of Qantas customers at risk of phishing attacks, but Australia's privacy watchdog won't investigate the airline over the breach.