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A new Gmail phishing scam impersonates Google IT support to gain account access. The scam involves fake password recovery emails and requests for security codes. Google advises against clicking links ...

Google introduces new Gmail account recovery mode. Updated October 19 with a new lock screen recovery feature specifically for Android smartphone users, as well as a warning from Check Point Software ...

A new phishing scam seems to be popping up every month, which can make it hard to stay alert. While some of these scams are more obvious than others, it can be particularly confusing when you're the ...

Ghost pairing exploits WhatsApp's Linked Devices feature, which allows users to access their account on multiple devices.

Scammers are taking the old “brushing scam” and making it more dangerous. Traditionally, brushing scams involved sending you packages you didn’t order so sellers could post fake reviews in your name.