The Equifax data breach was one of the worst cases of identity theft across North America and the UK. It exposed credit card numbers, loan and mortgage information, credit scores, job history, and real addresses, making the victims extremely vulnerable targets. Here's what we've learnt from it.
#dataBreach #identityTheft #dataPrivacy #dataTheft
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
[Summary] Age-verification laws claim to protect, but they actually exclude the marginalised, erase online anonymity, and create massive privacy risks for everyone.
https://1312blogs.org/kalvin0x58c/10-not-so-hidden-dangers-of-age-verification-techdirt
#AgeVerification #DigitalRights #Privacy #TechEthics #Censorship #InternetFreedom #DataProtection #SocialJustice #MarginalizedGroups #Techdirt #OnlineSafety #HumanRights #DigitalSovereignty #Equity #IdentityTheft #Surveillance
BBC: Amazon blocks 1,800 job applications from suspected North Korean agents. “A top Amazon executive has said the US technology giant has blocked more than 1,800 job applications from suspected North Korean agents. North Koreans tried to apply for remote working IT jobs using stolen or fake identities, Amazon’s chief security officer Stephen Schmidt said in a LinkedIn post.”
https://rbfirehose.com/2025/12/25/bbc-amazon-blocks-1800-job-applications-from-suspected-north-korean-agents/Aadhaar, PAN copies of job seekers misused for Rs 35 crore; Thane police launch probe https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/crime/thane-job-scam-identity-fraud-rs35cr-dkzix4jw?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #IndiaNews #Thane #AadhaarFraud #PANCardMisuse #IdentityTheft
🔐 A repeat identity thief was sentenced to four years in state prison after a fraud operation was uncovered in a Ukiah hotel room. Investigators linked the case to dozens of potential victims.
Please don't share this online. Kudos to Duetsche Telekom for the creativity. AI has opened up new possibilities, some good, some bad. Be aware of what’s possible and how information you share can be used. #AI #Security #IdentityTheft
https://bit.ly/49Mj4KN
Google Kills ‘Dark Web Report’ Tool, Citing Lack of Actionable Utility
#Google #Privacy #Cybersecurity #DarkWeb #DataSecurity #OnlineSafety #IdentityTheft #GoogleOne #InfoSec
Massive data breach at #700Credit exposes personal info of millions, including SSNs, names & addresses. If you get a notice act fast, monitor credit and watch for scams.
Read more👉 https://hackread.com/700credit-data-breach-5-million-consumers/
🪪 A shadowy L.A. crime ring is hijacking the IDs of foreign scholars, fraud expert says
#crime #la #losangeles #academia #identitytheft #immigration
The Equifax data breach was one of the worst cases of identity theft across North America and the UK. It exposed credit card numbers, loan and mortgage information, credit scores, job history, and real addresses, making the victims extremely vulnerable targets. Here's what we've learnt from it.
#dataBreach #identityTheft #dataPrivacy #dataTheft
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
🇨🇦 How to Free Ourselves of Fake Indigenous Celebrities
I felt betrayed by Buffy, then King. Here’s what I wished I knew when I was young.
#IdentityTheft #Indigenous #FirstNations #Canada
https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/12/04/Free-Ourselves-Fake-Indigenous-Celebrities/
Gmarket will fully refund all customers affected by a recent suspected account breach, pledging comprehensive compensation and enhanced security measures.
#YonhapInfomax #Gmarket #AccountBreach #FullRefund #IdentityTheft #SecurityMeasures #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
https://en.infomaxai.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=93854
Press Gazette: News publishers file criminal complaint against Mark Zuckerberg over scam ads. “A group of news publishers have filed a police complaint against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over scam Facebook ads which steal the identities of journalists. Such promotions have been widespread on the Meta platform and include adverts which purport to be authored by trusted names in the media.”
The Register: Zendesk users targeted as Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters spin up fake support sites. “Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters may be circling Zendesk users for its latest extortion campaign, with new phishing domains and weaponized helpdesk tickets uncovered by ReliaQuest.”
🚨 URGENT ALERT — New PayPal Scam Wave Is Spreading 🛡️
Cybercriminals are using highly realistic PayPal-themed scams to steal login credentials, 2FA codes, and even bank information.
These attacks are now appearing via email, SMS, phone calls, AND fake login pages.
The goal?
➡ Create panic.
➡ Make you click fast.
➡ Capture your identity & money.
⸻
🔎 What the Scam Looks Like
You may see messages like:
“Your account has been limited — verify now”
“Suspicious transaction detected — view invoice”
“Refund pending — login to confirm details”
These often link to fake PayPal pages designed to harvest credentials.
Some cases even include fake customer support phone numbers — leading to social engineering calls.
⸻
⚠️ Major Red Flags to Watch For:
🚩 Strange sender address (not @paypal.com)
🚩 Grammar/spelling mistakes
🚩 Links that don’t go to paypal.com
🚩 Requests for full password or 2FA code
🚩 Page doesn’t load when you manually type paypal.com
Reminder: Real PayPal will NEVER ask for your password or security code via email or SMS.
⸻
🛡️ If You Receive a Suspicious Message
✔ Do NOT click any links
✔ Open a browser & type paypal.com yourself
✔ Check your recent activity directly
✔ Enable / reset 2FA & change your password
✔ Remove any suspicious linked cards/banks
✔ Report emails to: phishing@paypal.com
✔ Contact your bank if money was moved
⸻
🔐 Prevention Steps
✔ Use a unique, strong password
✔ Enable multi-factor authentication
✔ Keep your devices updated
✔ Use official app — avoid random links
✔ Never trust “urgent” calls claiming to be PayPal
✔ Treat every login page as a security check
⸻
🧠 Most Common Scam Variants Right Now
⚙ Fake “account suspension” warnings
📨 Invoice phishing scams
📞 Phone-based support scams (TOAD)
🌐 Fake login portals / cloned pages
🔒 Credential stuffing from old data breaches
⸻
Spread awareness — this is actively circulating.
One share could protect someone’s money and identity.
👇 Let’s talk:
Which red flag do YOU think is easiest to miss?
#infosec #scams #paypalScam #PayPalScam
#ScamAlert
#FraudPrevention
#PhishingWarning
#IdentityTheft
#AccountSecurity
#StopScammers
#OnlineScams
#CyberFraud
For educational & defensive purposes only.
No personal accounts can be investigated — always contact PayPal directly for help.
The Standard (Hong Kong): Singapore orders Apple, Google to prevent government spoofing on messaging platforms . “Singapore’s police have ordered Apple and Google to prevent the spoofing of government agencies on their messaging platforms, the home affairs ministry said on Tuesday. The order under the nation’s Online Criminal Harms Act came after the police observed scams on Apple’s iMessage […]
Another day, another data breach. Time to level up your defense! Locking your SSN isn't just for the paranoid, it's free and surprisingly simple. Are you protected, or are you just hoping for the best?
The Equifax data breach was one of the worst cases of identity theft across North America and the UK. It exposed credit card numbers, loan and mortgage information, credit scores, job history, and real addresses, making the victims extremely vulnerable targets. Here's what we've learnt from it.
#dataBreach #identityTheft #dataPrivacy #dataTheft
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
https://negativepid.blog/the-equifax-data-breach/
