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Half of Young People in the UK Cite Non-Consensual Deepfakes as a Top Fear

Oct 20, 2025 By KnowBe4 Team In KnowBe4
A new survey found that 50% of UK residents aged 16 to 34 cite deepfake nudes as their top worry related to AI technology, SecurityBrief reports. The survey, published by VerifyLabs, found that 35% of Brits across all age groups said sexualized deepfakes of themselves or their children were their top concern. “The study indicated that more than one in three respondents (36%) are also worried about the impact deepfakes could have on their family and friends,” SecurityBrief writes.
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Key Strategies That Improve Fraud Detection in Financial Institutions

Key Strategies That Improve Fraud Detection in Financial Institutions

Oct 16, 2025 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Fraud detection in financial institutions has become increasingly important as technology continues to evolve and cyber threats grow more sophisticated. Consistent innovation in detection strategies can significantly enhance an institution's ability to identify and mitigate risks. Financial entities must develop and implement systems that detect fraud and predict potential future threats. Through data analysis, machine learning, and collaboration, organizations are better equipped to combat fraud effectively.
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Warning: Job Scams Surge by More than 1000%

Oct 13, 2025 By KnowBe4 Team In KnowBe4
Job-related scams surged by more than one thousand percent between May and July 2025, according to new research from McAfee. Job seekers are particularly vulnerable to scams, since they’re expecting to receive unsolicited messages and are more likely to overlook red flags. The researchers offer the following advice to help users avoid falling for these attacks: The researchers conclude that awareness is an essential layer of defense against social engineering attacks.
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A Surge in Text Message Scams Targets Younger Americans

Oct 13, 2025 By KnowBe4 Team In KnowBe4
A new report warns of a significant spike in SMS phishing (smishing) scams targeting younger Americans between 18 and 29 years old. The report, released by Consumer Reports, Aspen Digital and the Global Cyber Alliance, also found that 30 percent of people who experienced a cyberattack or scam this year said it began over a text message or a messaging app, compared to 20 percent last year.
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Why you keep getting job scam texts

Oct 13, 2025 By Emily Lockwood In Avast
Job scam texts are blowing up phones everywhere, and they’re only getting sneakier. Stay one step ahead by keeping the fakes out, and help keep your information safe with Avast Mobile Security. You’re in line for coffee when your phone buzzes: “Hi! We reviewed your profile for a remote job. $1,200/week, no experience needed! Text YES to learn more.” Looks tempting at first glance, right? But if your scam radar isn't going off yet, it should be.
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The Security Paradox of AI Video Generation: Why ChatGPT's Sora2 Access Demands New Digital Verification Standards

The Security Paradox of AI Video Generation: Why ChatGPT's Sora2 Access Demands New Digital Verification Standards

Oct 12, 2025 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
The launch of OpenAI's Sora2 model has fundamentally transformed the landscape of AI-generated video content. As the successor to the groundbreaking Sora, this advanced text-to-video AI system can now produce photorealistic video sequences up to 20 seconds long from simple text descriptions.
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Powerful fraud prevention tactics for 2025: Detect and respond swiftly

Oct 11, 2025 By Shweta Dhole In TrustCloud
The fraud is no longer a matter of “if” but “how soon!” Attackers are getting smarter, leveraging AI, deepfakes, synthetic identities, and cross-platform tactics that outpace legacy defenses. According to industry forecasts, fraud prevention tools and analytics will explode in demand as businesses scramble to stay ahead.
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Engine Fault: Search engine poisoning targets airline support numbers

Oct 10, 2025 By Alice Woodard In CYJAX
This blog explores a CYJAX investigation into a search engine poisoning campaign impersonating 14 global airlines, including KLM, Delta, and Lufthansa. Over 150 fake support pages were found hosting fraudulent contact numbers, tricking users into calling threat actors. The post examines how these scams exploit SEO, manipulate AI-enhanced search results, and what users can do to stay protected.
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