Scam of The Week

Phishers are scamming Instagram users with fake copyright infringement warnings that trick people into giving up their Instagram login credentials. The fake emails appear to come from Instagram and warn users that their accounts have been hit with a copyright infringement notice. 

Android users beware – there’s a new type of ransomware disguising itself as pornographic or tech-related apps, and using text messaging to spread itself to other users. Once you download the malicious app, it scans and encrypts the files on your device, preventing you from accessing them. 

Many websites use advertisements to help supplement the cost of creating new content, hosting the site itself, and to generate revenue. Many site owners utilize various ad platforms to load ads onto their websites. 

Nowadays, most internet users know they need to be on high alert for viruses and scams. Unfortunately, cyber-criminals try use that heightened awareness against users with Tech Support Scams.