A 90-year-old lost $20,000 to a tech support scam. Learn how criminals trick older adults, the warning signs, and how to stay safe online. Phyllis Weisberg, 90, never thought she’d fall for a scam.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aug. 19—(StatePoint) Ever received an unexpected alert by text or email claiming there is a problem with your computer that the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whenever I cite statistics on the number of victims of scams and the dollar losses, I always note that the actual numbers are much ...

Corrections & Clarifications: An earlier version of this story misidentified the McAfee feature. It's called Scam Detector. You’ve seen the message: “Your package is on hold. Click here.” Or maybe, ...

This past week, many agencies celebrated "Safer Internet Day" by sharing tips to help us all be mindful of the importance of staying alert to potential safety and fraud issues online. One area that ...

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Scammers don’t take time off for the holidays. In fact, this time of year is prime season for fraud, especially as people shop, gift, and travel more than usual. Staying alert, taking a moment to ...

The FBI is warning about a new scam involving fraudsters posing as lawyers representing fictitious law firms. Using social media or other messaging platforms, scammers offer their services, claiming ...

There’s a new PayPal phishing scam making the rounds, and it’s so convincing that even security-conscious users are getting caught in it. Unlike typical scams riddled with typos and fake domains, this ...

69 News reporter Sydney Kay interviews organizers on 69 News at Sunrise WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. -- With scams on the rise and tactics becoming more advanced, education is key. 69 News reporter Sydney Kay ...