Compass IT Compliance Blog / Social Engineering

What to Do if Your Elderly Parent Is Being Scammed

Elderly Parent Being Scammed

Scams targeting seniors are on the rise, as fraudsters increasingly exploit the vulnerabilities of older adults. Many individuals are now seeking effective ways to protect their elderly parents from these malicious schemes, aiming to safeguard their financial security and well-being. …

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How Effective Is Truecaller at Protecting You from Scams?

Answering Phone Call

Truecaller has become a vital tool for many users seeking to protect themselves from scam calls and unwanted communications. By leveraging a comprehensive database of phone numbers and real-time identification, the app helps users make informed decisions about whether to answer incomi …

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Protecting Seniors from Scams: Lessons from Thelma Movie (2024)

Elderly Scams

This blog post contains detailed information about the movie "Thelma." While we aim to provide a comprehensive overview and analysis, please be aware that reading further may reveal key plot points and spoilers. If you have not yet seen the movie and wish to avoid any spoilers, we rec …

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Phishing vs. Pharming: What's the Difference?

Phishing & Pharming

Online security is a prime concern for individuals and organizations alike with cyber threats and scams targeting users often. Two prevalent cyber threats, phishing, and pharming, pose significant risks to users by attempting to deceive them into revealing sensitive information. Altho …

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What Is a Whaling Attack? (With Examples)

Whaling Attack

Cybercriminals deploy a wide variety of techniques to target both individuals and organizations, aiming to extract sensitive information. With numerous social engineering strategies at play, many are curious to know, "what is whale phishing?" Whaling attacks, often referred to as CEO …

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How to Identify Phishing & Online Security Breach Attempts

Phishing Attempts

In today's digital era, cybercrime is escalating at an alarming rate. Numerous studies indicate a continued upward trend in these incidents. Alarmingly, millions fall victim annually, often unaware of the breach.

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