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New email scam uses hidden characters to slip past filters

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Cybercriminals keep finding new angles to get your attention, and email remains one of their favorite tools. Over the years, you have probably seen everything from fake courier notices to AI-generated scams that feel surprisingly polished. Filters have improved, but attackers have learned to adapt. The latest technique takes aim at something …

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Real Apple support emails used in new phishing scam

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new phishing scam is getting a lot of attention because it uses real Apple Support tickets to trick people into giving up their accounts. Broadcom’s Eric Moret shared how he nearly lost his entire Apple account after trusting what looked like official communication. He described the full experience in a detailed …

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New scam sends fake Microsoft 365 login pages

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Attackers have a new tool that targets Microsoft 365 users at a massive scale.  Security researchers say a phishing platform called Quantum Route Redirect, or QRR, is behind a growing wave of fake login pages hosted on nearly 1,000 domains. These pages look real enough to fool many users while also slipping …

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How Android malware lets thieves access your ATM cash

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Smartphone banking has made life easier, but it has also opened new opportunities for cybercriminals. Over the past few years, we have seen Android malware steal passwords, intercept OTPs and even take remote control of phones to drain accounts. Some scams focus on fake banking apps, while others rely on phishing messages …

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DoorDash breach exposes contact info for customers and workers

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! DoorDash confirmed a data breach that exposed personal details for a mix of customers, delivery workers and merchants. The stolen information included names, email addresses, phone numbers and physical addresses. The company said it has no evidence of fraud tied to the breach so far, but the event still raises concerns for …

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How to stop Google AI from scanning your Gmail

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Google shared a new update on Nov. 5, confirming that Gemini Deep Research can now use context from your Gmail, Drive and Chat. This allows the AI to pull information from your messages, attachments and stored files to support your research. Some people view this as a convenience. They like the idea …

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Hyundai AutoEver America breached: Know the risks to you

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Hyundai AutoEver America discovered on March 1, 2025, that hackers had compromised its systems. Investigators found the intrusion began on February 22 and continued until March 2.  Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) provides IT services for Hyundai Motor America, including systems that support employee operations and certain connected-vehicle technologies. While the company works …

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Fake flight cancellation texts target travelers

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! When your phone buzzes with a message saying your flight is canceled, your first instinct is to panic. Scammers are counting on that.  A new travel scam is spreading through fake airline texts that look convincing but connect you to fraudsters instead of customer service. These cybercriminals claim to help rebook your …

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Geek Squad scam email: How to spot and stop it

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! You open your inbox and see a message titled “Payment order settled” with an official-looking invoice from Geek Squad. At first glance, it looks legitimate. It includes your email address and even a phone number for help. That is exactly what happened when I received one of these messages this week. This new …

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Never forget to reply to an email again with hidden phone trick that actually works

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! If you’ve ever told yourself you’d reply to an email later and then forgot, there’s a simple fix built right into your phone. Android and iPhone users both have ways to set reminders that bring messages back to your attention at the perfect time.  Whether you use Apple’s Mail app or Gmail …

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