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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > easter-scam-emails-2026

Easter scam emails to watch out for in 2026

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (630+ words) Expecting a delivery? Hoping for a surprise Easter gift or a seasonal deal? That's exactly what scammers are counting on. Every year, cybercriminals adjust their tactics to match the moment. Easter, with its mix of shopping, gifting, and promotions, creates…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > consumer-group-which-warns-of-surge-in-energy-scams-in-the-uk

Which? warns of fake energy calls and scams in the UK

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (279+ words) Energy bills are already a source of stress for many households. Now, scammers are using that anxiety as an entry point. Consumer protection group Which? is warning Brits of a rise in energy-related scams, including fake calls from fraudsters impersonating…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > fake-whatsapp-clone-spyware-meta

Fake WhatsApp Clone Used in Spyware Campaign, Meta Warns

2+ day, 38+ min ago  (520+ words) A counterfeit WhatsApp application was used in a targeted spyware campaign affecting around 200 users " primarily in Italy, Meta has warned. WhatsApp users are once again in the crosshairs of spyware operators " but the latest attack didn't rely on a hidden…...

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bitdefender.com > en-gb > blog > hotforsecurity > iranian-hackers-breach-fbi-directors-personal-email-post-cv-and-photos-online

Iranian hackers breach FBI director's personal email, and post his CV and photos online

4+ day, 5+ hour ago  (456+ words) It's not every day that you read that the head of America's top law enforcement agency has been hacked, but then - these aren't ordinary times. A sample of the material uploaded by the hackers and reviewed by Reuters appears to…...

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bitdefender.com > en-gb > blog > hotforsecurity > meta-youtube-addictive-jury

Meta and YouTube Designed Addictive Platforms, Jury Finds

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (485+ words) A jury in a Los Angeles court has delivered a surprising verdict against Meta and YouTube, finding the two tech companies responsible for creating platforms that contributed to a young woman's social media addiction and harm to her health. The…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > gulf-countries-phishing-surge

Phishing Wave Hits Gulf Countries After War Escalation

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (668+ words) Since the escalation of conflict involving Israel, the US and Iran, Bitdefender Antispam Labs has detected a sustained increase in phishing and malware campaigns targeting Gulf countries. The data shows a clear inflection point starting Feb. 28. After Feb. 28, phishing and…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > should-parents-follow-their-teens-tiktok

Parents on TikTok: Should You Follow Your Teen?

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (1451+ words) Your teenager has a TikTok account. You know it, and they know you know it. Sooner or later, you start to wonder:what are they doing online, and should you follow them to find out? For some parents, following their…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > x-day-scams-2026

X (Twitter) Scams: Common Threats and How to Stay Safe

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (951+ words) It's been nearly 20 years since the first tweet was posted in 2006. Back then, X (formerly Twitter) was a simple place to share quick thoughts. Today, it's a global platform where news breaks, trends explode, and conversations unfold in real time....

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > free-vpn-vs-paid-vpn

Free VPN vs paid VPN

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (859+ words) If you've ever searched for a VPN, you've probably seen the promise: "100% free VPN," "no credit card required," "unlimited access." It sounds convenient and smart. Why pay for something you can get for free? But when it comes to privacy…...

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bitdefender.com > en-us > blog > hotforsecurity > signs-of-text-snooping

Can Someone Read Your Text Messages Without Your Phone?

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (902+ words) Have you ever had a feeling that someone else might be reading your private text messages? It may sound odd, but attackers don't even need physical access to your phone to read your texts. Through compromised accounts, synced messaging sessions,…...