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Well, here we go again with yet another round of a very irritating Facebook hoax.
Once again, this particular hoax is being spread via Messenger, and as usual lots of folks are falling for it.
The hoax message varies a bit, but it typically reads something like this: [Read more…]
You’re probably aware of the controversy surrounding the popular Chinese TikTok video sharing app.
It’s still too early to know what TikTok’s ultimate fate will be in the U.S. and other countries, but there’s a fraudulent TikTok knockoff app that’s being touted as a replacement app should TikTok eventually be banned where you reside.
The malicious app is called “TikTok Pro” and its download link is being spread via both WhatsApp messages and regular SMS text messages.
Although the malicious messages can vary, most recipients are seeing this version: [Read more…]
Our friends over at Bleeping Computer have alerted their readers to a very dangerous Chrome Update related scam that’s making the rounds right now.
I won’t go into the details here because Bleeping Computer explains how the scam works much better than I ever could.
I recommend that you click over there and read it if you’re interested in the details.
If not, just remember this: Never attempt to update Chrome or any other browser via a third-party website. Always install any pending browser updates manually using the update tool that’s actually built into the browser. [Read more…]
The scammers never seem to take a break from Facebook, and right now they’re targeting folks who enjoy eating at Buffalo Wild Wings.
This is simply a new take on the ubiquitous “free gift card” scams that are always popping up on Facebook.
There are several variations of this scam going around, but all the ones I’ve seen are claiming that Buffalo Wild Wings will give you a coupon good for 50 free wings simply for sharing and commenting on that Facebook post. [Read more…]
I’m sure you’ve seen those commercials on TV where an overly excited pitchman extols the virtues of a great new widget.
You know, the one that’s guaranteed to make your life better “or we’ll give you your money back!“?
Whether it’s the awesome “liquid rubber in a can”, the amazing “twist-o-matic kitchen utensil” or some other “this widget will so change your life” thingy, the pitches are usually pretty much the same: [Read more…]