Phishing messages deceive Apple iMessage users into turning off protection

Cybercriminals are exploiting a trick to bypass Apple iMessage’s built-in phishing protection. According to Bleeping Computer* they send smishing (SMS phishing) messages from unknown senders, which iMessage automatically disables links for. However, if users reply to these messages or add the sender to their contact list, the links become enabled again. Recently, there has been … More Phishing messages deceive Apple iMessage users into turning off protection

What is “scam likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls

Tired of dodging all those ‘scam likely’ calls? Here’s what’s behind the label and how to stay one step ahead of phone scammers. Despite all the wonders of modern technology, it is often the old ways that we rely on most. That’s certainly true of communications. We may have email, video conferencing, text, social media … More What is “scam likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls