Security & Scam Awareness
Seniors' Guide to Spotting Scams
In 2024, seniors in the US lost nearly $5 billion to various scams, according to the FBI. The report highlights a 43% increase compared to the previous year.
Security for Seniors focuses on helping you spot and stop these Scams. Awareness acts as a preventative measure, empowering us to become the first line of defense against the growing threat of scams. It helps us shift from a position of vulnerability to one of informed vigilance.
Attack Targets Apple Users
Phishing Attack Method: Hackers are exploiting Apple’s password-reset function to send multiple notifications to victims’ iPhones. They follow up with a phone call pretending to be Apple support to gain trust and access to Apple accounts. Victim Experience: Victims...
Toll Pass Scam
I want you all to be aware of a new phishing scam. I got a text this morning, supposedly from the Illinois Tollway Authority about missed tolls. I checked my SunPass account and it showed paid Illinois tolls. So I figured the Illinois Tollway authority hadn't...
Four Basic Signs of a Scam
Recognizing the signs of a scam gives you the power to ignore criminals and report the scam. Scams come in many varieties, but they all work the same way: Print this and keep it near your computer. Scammers pretend to be from an agency or organization you know to...