Using data from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, we analyzed the most common scams and w
By Paul Bischoff
in Scams Studies
on May 5, 2021
Want to donate to charities online but are worried about the plethora of scams out there? We explain the types of charity fraud and hoaxes to watch out for and provide tips for donating safely and securely.
By Aimee O'Driscoll
in Information Security
on February 25, 2019
We take a look at examples of the most common lottery scams and what you can do to recognize, avoid
By Paul Bischoff
in Identity Theft Protection
on November 29, 2019
Identity theft is a major problem for consumers, resulting in billions of dollars in financial losses each year. Here are several key identity theft statistics that help put a face to the continuing threat.
By Sam Cook
in Identity Theft Protection
on January 11, 2024
The COVID-19 outbreak has prompted a number of online schemes. Find out about coronavirus scams and how to avoid them.
By Aimee O'Driscoll
in Information Security
on December 2, 2021
By Paul Bischoff
in Information Security
on November 14, 2019
Rogue third party travel and ticketing websites are a growing problem. Learn how to recognize ticket
By Aimee O'Driscoll
in Information Security
on July 28, 2017
Cybercrime is on the rise across the globe, so we've put together a list of The Netherlands' cybersecurity statistics to see how Dutch efforts to overcome cybercriminals stack up.
By Craig McCart
in Information Security
on November 28, 2022
Medical identity theft involves a thief using your information to receive medical treatment or make a false claim. We explain this growing problem and the steps you can take to protect yourself.
By Aimee O'Driscoll
in Identity Theft Protection
on April 13, 2022
The Nigerian scam – also known as a 419 scam – is a form of advanced fee fraud that’s typically carried out via email. We look at its history, most recent convolutions and provide advice on identifying similar scams.
By Paul Bischoff
in Identity Theft Protection
on September 22, 2023