As tax season approaches in 2025, it’s crucial for US citizens to be aware of the increasingly sophisticated scams targeting taxpayers. Fraudsters are constantly refining their tactics, using advanced technologies and exploiting current events to deceive unsuspecting individuals. This article will explore the 12 biggest tax scams to watch out for and provide actionable steps…
Financial fraud takes many forms, but romance scams are arguably the most devastating. They exploit not just finances, but also emotions, leaving victims heartbroken and betrayed. Think you’re immune to romance scams? Don’t be so sure. Loneliness can cloud judgment, making even the most savvy individuals vulnerable. While you might not fall victim, someone you…
This is somewhat of a selfish article. I’ve been procrastinating on completing my already robust emergency preparedness kit arsenal. I have a number of kits for certain purposes, all designed to be thrown in the back of the Yukon, or on the backs of my family. So, with some winter downtime, coupled with the absolute…
The PowerSchool data breach, which occurred in late December 2024, involved the unauthorized access to sensitive information belonging to millions of students and teachers across the United States. What Happened: How it Happened: Impact on Personal Security: Addressing the Impact: Freeze you and your child’s credit now. There are two ways to go about freezing…
The cybercrime landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements, increasing digital dependency, and the potential for substantial financial gain. As we move into 2025, several factors suggest that the cyber criminal job market will continue to expand, attracting both new recruits and experienced cybercriminals. Factors Driving the Growth of Cybercrime in 2025: The Evolving…
If you’ve been considering a credit freeze, you should know that this process is designed to prevent creditors from accessing your credit report unless you explicitly authorize it. This effectively blocks potential creditors from viewing or pulling your file, making it significantly more difficult for identity thieves to apply for new credit in your name…
In the age of digital interconnectedness, passwords have become the first line of defense against cyber threats. Unfortunately, many individuals still rely on weak, easily guessable passwords that leave their online accounts vulnerable to attacks. This article delves into the most commonly used and easily crackable passwords, and provides essential tips for creating and managing…
Information is Power as they say. Information refers to data that has been processed, organized, or structured in a way that makes it meaningful and useful. It can be understood as knowledge communicated or received concerning a particular fact or circumstance. “Fact” being the operative word. Information has historically been treated as Fact. However “Disinformation”…
Real-estate fraud experts warn that AI advancements and the abundance of publicly available information has made scammers more daring in their attempts at deed or title theft. These fraudsters are targeting a wide range of property owners from residents of big mansions to individuals with simpler homes or smaller vacant land parcels. AI systems can…
I received a sextortion email, to my actual inbox, not in spam, addressed specifically to me, with my name, my address, my phone number, and the worst part, a picture of my home. Here’s how it began: Subject line: Robert Siciliano “Robert Siciliano, I know that calling 617329XXXX or visiting (my actual address) would be…
