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Fake anti-virus

Posted on June 11, 2019May 9, 2019 by cynmackley

Be on the lookout for this fake anti-virus scam that can destroy your computer.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged antivirus scam, email scams, malware, Phishing, ransomware, securityLeave a comment

Mystery shopper scam

Posted on May 29, 2019April 26, 2019 by cynmackley

How mystery shopper scams could cost you tens of thousands of dollars.

Posted in Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged email scams, mystery shopper, scams, secret shopper, securityLeave a comment

House scams

Posted on March 13, 2019February 16, 2019 by cynmackley

Don't fall for this housing scam.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, E-Mail Help, Security Help, Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged craigslist scam, email scams, housing scams, rental scam, scamsLeave a comment

Netflix users: Beware this scam!

Posted on November 9, 2017November 8, 2017 by cynmackley

Crooks are targeting Netflix users. Learn what to watch out for.

Posted in Multimedia, Security Help, TV Tech, Using The InternetTagged email scams, Netflix, Phishing, scams, securityLeave a comment

Cyber Crooks Target Schools With Ransomware

Posted on January 10, 2017 by cynmackley

Find out how a new scam is tricking schools into opening up dangerous malware.

Posted in Quick Tips, Shortcuts & Keyboard TricksTagged email scams, email security, malware, ransomware, security, virus2 Comments

New Ransomware Wants You To Infect Your Friends

Posted on December 20, 2016 by cynmackley

Would you trick your contacts to unlock your files? A nasty new ransomware gives you the chance.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged email scams, hackers, popcorn ransomware, ransomware, security3 Comments

Is This A Scam?

Posted on November 21, 2016 by cynmackley

A reader wants to know if a notification is legitimate. We look at the signs that point to a scam.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Security HelpTagged email scams, inbox upgrade, scams, security, windows1 Comment

E-Mail Scam – Friend Stranded & Needs Money

Posted on August 20, 2013 by cynmackley

Learn about an e-mail scam that could fool you into thinking you have a friend in danger.

Posted in Security HelpTagged email scams, internet scam, online scams, scamsLeave a comment

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