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Microsoft said on July 28 that Secure Boot certificate updates are still rolling out through normal Windows Update. Most home users do not need to panic or chase strange instructions - just keep updates turned on and let Windows do the work.
Read Alert →Apple released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 on July 27 with a long list of security fixes, including issues involving sensitive data, web content, and app behavior. If your iPhone or iPad is eligible, this is a good week to install the update.
Read Alert →A July 22 Justice Department case is a fresh reminder of an old scam: criminals call older adults claiming they won a lottery, then demand taxes or fees before the prize can be released. Real prizes do not work that way.
Read Alert →The FBI says scammers are pretending to be the IC3 and FBI personnel to trick past victims into losing even more money. Some are using AI-made videos and fake websites that look official.
Read Alert →The FTC says the fastest way to spot many scams is to notice how someone demands payment. If they push gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency, payment apps, or bank transfers, stop right there.
Read Alert →The IRS said on July 16 that taxpayers can request a free Identity Protection PIN to help stop someone else from filing a federal tax return in their name. It is a simple extra step that can matter long before next spring.
Read Alert →A new South Carolina consumer warning says more than 1.1 million residents were affected by reported security breaches in the first half of 2026. The message is broader than one state: if a breach notice shows up in your mailbox or inbox, move quickly instead of setting it aside.
Read Alert →VA says scammers are mailing fake "Veterans Savings Program" postcards that promise extra benefits or payments, then pushing people to call and hand over private information. If you or your spouse receives one, treat it like a phishing attack on paper.
Read Alert →Apple said this week it is moving some security fixes out faster instead of waiting for larger planned releases. For iPhone, iPad, and Mac users, that makes automatic updates more important, not less.
Read Alert →Federal prosecutors described a fresh elder-fraud case on June 30 involving scammers who posed as tech support, government workers, or bank employees and then told victims to mail large amounts of cash. If anyone tells you to hide cash in a package and send it, treat that as a scam.
Read Alert →The FTC warned in June that paid search ads can send people to lookalike health insurance and Medicare sites that are not official government pages. Before you type in personal information, check for the small "Ad" label and make sure the address ends in .gov.
Read Alert →The FTC says scammers are copying familiar "prove you're human" screens and tricking people into pasting hidden commands into their own computers. If a pop-up asks you to press Windows + R, paste something, or "verify" by running commands, it is not a real CAPTCHA.
Read Alert →The FBI is warning that some Medicare recipients are being signed up for hospice care they do not need, sometimes without fully understanding what they agreed to. Be cautious of anyone offering free home services in exchange for signing forms.
Read Alert →Google's latest scam advisory warns about more sophisticated phishing, fake government messages, and high-pressure calls that try to steal money or login information. The safest response is still simple: pause, verify, and do not move money under pressure.
Read Alert →Scam pharmacy websites, text messages, and social media ads may promise cheap prescriptions without a doctor visit. Some steal your payment information, while others sell fake, expired, mislabeled, or unsafe medicine.
Read Alert →Scammers can now use AI to make a phone call sound like a real child or grandchild. If someone calls in a panic asking for money, hang up and verify.
Read Alert →I received one of these myself. It looks official, threatens court consequences, and sends you to a fake payment link. Do not click it.
Read Alert →Fake warnings dressed up to look like official Google security alerts are tricking seniors into installing spy apps or calling fake support lines. Here's how to shut them down safely.
Read Alert →Criminals are stealing paid bills from blue USPS boxes, "washing" the ink off your checks, and rewriting them for thousands of dollars. Seniors are the top target.
Read Alert →With Tax Day just behind us, scammers haven't slowed down. The IRS released its annual list of the 12 most dangerous tax scams of 2026 — and several are directly targeting older adults.
Read Alert →The Social Security Administration has issued an urgent alert about a sharp rise in impersonation scams targeting retirees in April 2026. Here's exactly what to watch for.
Read Alert →Scammers are calling people, claiming they missed jury duty and will be arrested unless they pay immediately. Hang up — it’s a scam.
Read Alert →A wave of fake “unpaid ticket” texts is targeting people across the U.S. The message is fake — delete it and don’t click the link.
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