Identity Theft stories - Page 2

LastPass unveils browser-based Secure Access Essentials

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LastPass launches Secure Access Essentials, a browser-focused suite to secure access to workplace apps, SaaS and unsanctioned AI tools.

AI-fuelled scams tied to tariffs erode Canadians' trust

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AI-boosted scams piggybacking on tariff and cost-of-living fears are eroding Canadians' trust in everyday digital messages, Interac warns.

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iProov unveils biometric suite to combat deepfake fraud

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iProov launches a biometric Workforce Solution Suite to verify real human presence and shield employers from deepfake-driven identity fraud.

Bitdefender unmasks global Meta investment scam ads

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Bitdefender exposes 26,000 Meta ads in 25 countries pushing fake investment schemes, impersonating banks, media and public figures.

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Tycoon 2FA phishing service disrupted in major sting

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Police and tech firms have dismantled Tycoon 2FA, a phishing service used to bypass MFA and hijack cloud accounts at industrial scale.

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Coruna exploit kit exposes risks for outdated iOS users

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New Coruna exploit kit shows outdated iOS devices face automated, scalable attacks that can turn compromised phones into corporate gateways.

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Israel-Iran conflict exploited in fresh email scam wave

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Scammers hijack Israel-Iran war headlines for classic advance-fee email cons, security researchers warn, urging users not to respond.

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Microsoft & Europol disrupt global Tycoon 2FA scam

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Microsoft and Europol have seized over 300 domains to disrupt Tycoon 2FA, a vast phishing-for-hire service bypassing MFA worldwide.

Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world

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As firewalls fade, digital identity emerges as the core security perimeter, powering zero-trust strategies across cloud and remote work.

A woman cybersecurity leader's guide to owning your digital identity

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A woman cybersecurity leader urges Canadians to claim their digital identity, push employers on cyber benefits and demand safer businesses.

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Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it

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Silent account takeover fraud is draining billions as criminals hijack real identities; here's how businesses can finally fight back.

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Ecommpay issues free guide to combat rising eCommerce fraud

Thu, 26th Feb 2026

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Ecommpay launches a free fraud guide for online retailers as UK payment fraud hits GBP £1.17 billion and AI-driven scams rapidly escalate.

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Surveillance, AI and the security gaps behind the camera

Sat, 21st Feb 2026

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As facial analytics quietly spread through public spaces, Canadians face urgent questions over privacy, consent and digital surveillance.

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Firms race to counter fast-evolving AI-driven fraud

Fri, 20th Feb 2026

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Half of fraud chiefs say fast-changing, AI-powered scams are outpacing their defences, forcing a shift to real-time, adaptive protection.

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INTERPOL cybercrime sweep in Africa recovers USD $4.3m

Fri, 20th Feb 2026

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INTERPOL's Africa cybercrime blitz nets 651 arrests, seizes 2,341 devices and recovers USD $4.3m after scams linked to USD $45m losses.

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Internal auditors fear AI fraud but lack readiness

Thu, 19th Feb 2026

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Internal auditors warn AI-driven fraud is surging, but most concede they lack the tools, skills and time needed to spot it effectively.

Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta target fans' wallets

Wed, 18th Feb 2026

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Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta push fans to cloned sites mimicking Milano Cortina 2026 store to steal card and personal details.

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AI romance scams surge on UK dating apps, says study

Sat, 14th Feb 2026

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AI-driven romance scams are rife on UK dating apps, with one in five users meeting fake profiles and 11% losing money, new research warns.

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LummaStealer returns post-takedown with ClickFix ruse

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

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LummaStealer roars back after domain takedown, using fake CAPTCHA ClickFix tricks and CastleLoader to spread via routine user actions.

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Okta warns of North Korean fraud in remote tech hiring

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

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Okta warns North Korean operatives are landing remote tech jobs with stolen and synthetic identities to fund the regime and enable cyber attacks.