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Malware: How To Protect Against, Detect, and Remove It
Learn how to protect yourself from malware.
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Ads for fake AI and other software spread malicious software
There’s a lot of hype around artificial intelligence (AI) these days. And cybercriminals are taking advantage of people’s interest in AI to spread harmful malware through online ads.
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Ignore bogus COVID vaccine survey
Scammers are using a new trick to steal your money and personal information: a bogus COVID vaccine survey.
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Did an ID thief steal your stimulus payment? Report it to us.
Do you think your economic impact payment has landed in the hands of an identity thief? You can report it to the FTC and the IRS at the same time. Here’s what to do.
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FTC refunds $34 million to Office Depot customers
The FTC is sending refund checks to more than 541,000 peo
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Office Depot computer scans gave fake results
Most of us manage basic computer safety on our own.
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No gift cards for tech support scammers
Hey computer users, it’s time for a pop quiz.
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Stopping scams targeting older consumers
The FTC has a long history of protecting people from scams.
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Package delivery scam — delivered to your inbox
Expecting packages shipped to your home this holiday season? You’re not the only one… scammers are, too.