Recently, many people received a phishing email from a mailinator.com address that was attached to a malicious Google doc. It seemed to be targeting journalists, as well as yours truly. Once the link is clicked, a user is directed to the Google login page, asking for a username and password. Except, the page is not … More Beware Google Docs phishing attack
ESET Ireland continues its regular reporting on most common scams targeting Irish email addresses. In recent days: fake Facebook, Eir and Bank of Ireland emails. Knowing about threats is the best way to avoid them. This is why ESET Ireland keeps warning Irish computer users of current email scams, targeting Irish mailboxes. Bank of Ireland … More Latest email scams in Irish mailboxes
Technology has changed the way we live, our relationships with others, and even how we take care of ourselves. These days, everyone – from the most inexperienced to the most advanced user – takes measures to protect themselves from cybercriminals seeking to compromise or steal information. In this article, we discuss how you can fend … More 10 ways to ruin a cybercriminal’s day
There is little doubt that smartphones have become a central part of our lives, allowing us to perform all sorts of tasks that make our everyday existence easier and more enjoyable. But while they aim to heighten convenience, there is a real feeling that smartphones are becoming a bigger target for cybercriminals. So why are … More 10 reasons why cybercriminals target smartphones
ESET Ireland finds new scams faking Irish Revenue, Irish Water and Irish Motor Tax correspondence, linked to phishing sites registered from China. Cybercriminals know that familiar names of services or institutions can fool people into believing they’re receiving legitimate correspondence and make them click on things they shouldn’t be clicking on. That is why, tailored … More A strong scam assault on Irish emails detected, faking Irish sites
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