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Subscription & ‘mystery box’ scams surge with new tactics

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Bitdefender researchers have identified a marked increase in subscription-based and ‘mystery box’ frauds involving hundreds of deceptive yet highly convincing websites targeting online consumers. According to Bitdefender, cybercriminals have adopted new strategies and technological sophistication, directing considerable resources into producing websites that closely resemble legitimate retailers to lure victims. These fraudulent websites present a wide … Read more

Bitdefender uncovers massive Google Play Store ad fraud

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Bitdefender’s security team has identified a significant ad fraud campaign involving hundreds of malicious applications available on the Google Play Store, resulting in over 60 million downloads globally, including users in Australia. The fraudulent apps, which include QR scanners, expense trackers, and health apps, engage in nefarious activities by displaying unsolicited ads and conducting phishing … Read more