Beware of Fake Remote DevOps Contracts Using Identity-Proxy Interviews
I've been seeing a wave of supposed part-time remote DevOps contracts that appear to involve identity and interview fraud. The pitch is usually that you should join video…
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Beware of Fake Remote DevOps Contracts That Use Stolen Identities
I've been seeing more suspicious part-time remote DevOps offers that appear to involve identity fraud and interview impersonation. The pitch is usually that one person joins video interviews…
How should I report someone impersonating me to attract clients?
Someone appears to be using my name, location, and GitHub profile to create false trust with clients who specifically want to hire developers based in the United States.…
I Fell for a Phishing Email—What Else Should I Do to Protect Myself?
I recently opened an email that appeared to come from my dentist's office. It asked me to click a link and install a program to view a document.…
My iPhone Was Stolen and the Thief Took Over My Apple Account—What Can I Do?
My iPhone was stolen, and the thief appears to have accessed the device and taken control of my Apple account. They changed the associated email address and phone…
My Apple Account Was Hijacked—Can It Be Recovered or Deleted?
My Apple Account was recently taken over. I no longer use it and the only personal details connected to it are my name and email, but I'm worried…
How can I remove my email from an Apple ID created by someone else?
I've discovered that a relative, whom I'm no longer in contact with, has created an Apple ID using my Yahoo email to send messages via iMessage. I've already…
How can I regain control of my iPhone and protect my identity?
I'm a 58-year-old woman named Lisa Norton, and I think someone has taken control of my iPhone 13. It feels like I'm trapped in some kind of parental…
What should I do if someone created an Apple account using my email?
I recently got a welcome email from iCloud at my primary email, but I don't have an Apple account or any Apple products. Along with that, I've received…
Should I be concerned if someone set up a MoneyLion account with my email?
Someone recently created a MoneyLion account using my Gmail address. I've reached out to them and had the account removed. Additionally, I've changed my Google password and checked…
Worried About Receiving Someone Else's Emails in Gmail?
I've been receiving a lot of emails that are actually meant for someone else with a very similar email address — mine is [email protected], while his is [email protected].…
Receiving Emails Intended for Someone Else with a Dot in Their Gmail Address—Should I Be Concerned?
I've been receiving several emails that are meant for someone else who has a Gmail address almost identical to mine. My email is [email protected], while his is [email protected].…
How can I help my parents stay safe online and avoid scams?
I've been trying to keep my older parents safe from online scams, but they're not too tech-savvy and have fallen victim to scams before. For instance, my dad…
What Should I Do If I Think My Passwords Have Been Compromised?
I recently discovered that my Gmail address has been included in two data breaches due to the recent leak. I don't store anything significant on my phone, just…
My Microsoft Account Got Hacked and Now My Devices Are Compromised! What Should I Do?
I'm feeling completely overwhelmed. It's been 9 days since my Microsoft account and all of my personal data were hacked, and I'm at my wit's end. The hackers…
What should I do after someone took my phone from a Lyft?
I accidentally left my phone in a Lyft driver's car. After I got home and realized what happened, I couldn't reach him or Lyft for help. I managed…
Help! My Old Employer Changed My Apple ID After I Quit
I made a mistake by using my personal Apple ID on my work Mac, and now I'm in a bit of a jam. When I left my job,…
Is My Samsung Phone Hacked or Just Buggy?
I've had a few of my online accounts hacked recently, and it's making me worry that my Samsung phone might be compromised too. Lately, I've experienced some strange…
How could someone have gotten my debit card info?
I'm in Canada and just noticed an unfamiliar charge of $11.29 for Amazon Kids+ on my bank statement. I called Amazon, but they said the transaction was associated…
What should I do after my computer was hacked?
I recently discovered that my computer was compromised when I lost access to my Steam account and various other personal files. I've disconnected my PC from the internet…