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Millions of puzzle fans are enjoying a new, free online, web based word game called wordle. As of this date there are over 3 million users and the fan base is growing…and so are the cyberthreats.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact supply chains for countless industries around the world. And the clever cybercriminals have found that using wide-reaching problems like shipping delays to their advantage. In this scam, the cybercriminals use the possibility of a delayed or missed shipment as phish bait.

Stress is a major problem during these very challenging times and yes, you guessed it….Cybercriminals are taking advantage of people's stress to get them excited about CBD products.

Have you ever noticed that your computer is slowing down, having problems starting , are you missing files......??? 

These are all signs of computer viruses.

The hackers are continuously creating smarter and more advanced viruses, but there a ways that you can protect yourself.

Sorry to say, but 2021 has not ushered in new “tips to bypass FB” and it does NOT limit posts on your news feed.

Neither has Facebook started using a new algorithm that “chooses the same few people – the meme says..about 25 – who will read your posts”,.

This is HOAX!

Let’s be honest, the age of social distancing can leave us feeling pretty lonely.

And to make matters worse, the scammers are leveraging our loneliness for their scams. Romance-related scams are growing more popular everyday and becoming more complex.

It’s no secret that cybercriminals love social media. And the Bad guys use platforms like Facebook and Instagram to impersonate your real friends and followers. Using this disguise, the scammers will try to trick you into sharing sensitive information.

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With stay-at-home orders in place across the globe, many of you are buying new pets to help you feel more connected. Unfortunately, shoppers who are looking for a furry friend may be in for a big surprise. Cybercriminals are creating phony online pet shops that advertise unbelievable prices on purebred pups.

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As we all try to navigate life during this stressful pandemic, many of us are struggling financially. In a truly malicious response to the situation, scammers are launching phishing attacks that claim to offer financial assistance to those in need.

Don't be duped!

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Since the pandemic began, the FTC has received more than 20,000 complaints of text messages and robocalls offering testing kits, bogus treatment and pandemic-related aid. Don't get duped!!

The best way to vaccinate yourself against scam preditators ……. is to stay informed.

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