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Safe, Seen, and Supported: Building a Fraud-Free Future for Older Adults
As we approach World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, it’s important to spotlight a growing and insidious form of elder abuse: fraud and financial exploitation. Scammers specifically target older adults by tapping into their emotional and psychological needs. They may offer companionship, romance, a sense of safety, financial security, or even a Read more
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Dot Wrong: How Typosquatting Turns Mistakes into Mayhem
Typosquatting, or domain name spoofing, is a deceptive tactic in which domain names are registered that closely resemble legitimate websites, often by exploiting common typing errors (e.g., “gooogle.com” instead of “google.com”). These fake domains are frequently used for phishing attacks, malware distribution, impersonation, or stealing credentials. To detect and combat such threats, individuals and organizations Read more
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How AI is Fueling Card Testing Attacks
As automation and AI-driven technologies continue to revolutionize industries, they are also being leveraged by cybercriminals to conduct sophisticated fraud schemes. A recent report by Group IB1 highlights one such emerging threat: the rise of AI-powered card testing attacks. What is Card Testing? Card testing is a fraudulent practice where cybercriminals use stolen credit card Read more
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Blockchain Vulnerabilities and Threats
While blockchain technology offers numerous security benefits, it is not immune to vulnerabilities and threats. Understanding these can help in developing strategies to mitigate risks and enhance the security of blockchain systems. 1. 51% Attack A 51% attack occurs when a single entity or group controls more than 50% of the network’s mining or computational Read more
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Blockchain is more than Cryptocurrency: Enhancing Data Integrity
Blockchain technology, best known for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, has significant potential beyond supporting digital currencies. It also offers ways to ensure data integrity—meaning that data is accurate, secure, and reliable—in various sectors such as supply chain management, healthcare, and finance. This post explores how blockchain can be applied to enhance data integrity, with Read more
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New Leadership at the Montgomery County Police Department
By Walt Houser This week signifies a pivotal transition for the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) as Chief Marcus Jones departs after nearly four decades of dedicated service. Beginning July 1st, newly confirmed Chief Mark Yamada will assume department leadership. In his June 25, 2024, Media Briefing, County Executive Marc Elrich expressed profound gratitude for Read more