Tag: scareware
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Barracuda Warns of CypherLoc Scareware Targeting Millions
Millions of users are under attack by the CypherLoc scareware, with Barracuda researchers tracking around 2.8 million attacks since January 2026 alone. This staggering number reveals a coordinated and widespread campaign that's putting tens of millions of people at risk.
AI-Driven Scam Exploits Google Discover with AI-Generated Pushpaganda
Beware of a cunning AI-driven scam that's invading Google Discover with fake news stories engineered to follow you around the web and beg for money. Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered this sinister scheme, which uses AI-generated content and search engine manipulation to deliver scareware and drain your wallet.