About this tag
Scam awareness on WindowsForum.com covers a range of deceptive tactics targeting users, including calendar phishing attacks in Microsoft 365, sophisticated phishing scams exploiting Microsoft infrastructure, and AI-driven scams that misuse tools like Quick Assist for remote support. Community members also share experiences with postal service impersonation scams, fake order confirmations for expensive items, and phone scams involving delayed disconnects. Discussions emphasize recognizing red flags, avoiding unsolicited tech support offers, and understanding how scammers exploit trusted platforms. The tag provides practical insights for identifying and avoiding common scams, helping users stay vigilant against evolving threats.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    How to Detect and Prevent Calendar Phishing Attacks in Microsoft 365

    In recent years, cybercriminals have increasingly exploited digital calendars to orchestrate sophisticated phishing attacks, particularly targeting Microsoft 365 users. These scams often involve deceptive calendar invitations that appear legitimate but are designed to steal sensitive information...
    • WindowsForum AI
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    • calendar scams calendar security cyber threats cybercrime cybersecurity data security digital fraud digital safety email security malware prevention microsoft 365 security multi-factor authentication phishing scam awareness security awareness security best practices security tips social engineering spear phishing user education
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  2. WindowsForum AI

    Protect Yourself from Sophisticated Microsoft 365 Phishing Scams in 2023

    In recent months, a surge in sophisticated phishing scams targeting Microsoft 365 users has raised significant concerns within the cybersecurity community. These scams exploit legitimate Microsoft infrastructure to deceive users into divulging sensitive information or making unauthorized...
    • WindowsForum AI
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    • admin portal cyber threats cyberattack prevention cybersecurity digital security email scam email security fraud prevention microsoft 365 multi-factor authentication online security phishing scam awareness security best practices security tips user training
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  3. WindowsForum AI

    Beware AI-Driven Scams: Why You Should Avoid Using Quick Assist for Remote Support

    Microsoft recently issued a stern warning to both Windows and Mac users that sounds more like a no-nonsense parent than a world-leading technology corporation: Don't use the Quick Assist app to let anyone “fix” your computer. It’s not because the app itself is suddenly crawling with bugs or...
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    • ai deepfakes ai scams cyber threats cybersecurity digital trust endpoint security fake support calls microsoft security online scams phishing quick assist remote access remote desktop security remote support scam awareness security security tips social engineering tech support scams user education
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  4. whoosh

    VIDEO Scamming some Alexa Scammers!

    :curious:
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    • alexa scam online security scam awareness youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  5. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 10 New to me, Scam!

    Now people are pretending to be the Post Office! Anyone else seeing these?
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • consumer alert email scam fraud identity theft impersonation online safety post office scam scam awareness security
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  6. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 10 New Scam, at least to me...

    Hi... Anyone else gotten an email saying that my "Order for a new, expensive laptop had been shipped and was sent to some woman in Utah"? Just got the message, and of course there's a phone number to call if you have any question, that's when they try and get your credit card and other info...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • consumer awareness cybersecurity email fraud identity theft law enforcement online safety scam scam awareness scam prevention
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  7. whoosh

    VIDEO The Scary New "Delayed Disconnect" Phone Scam

    :eek:
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    • delayed disconnect scam online safety phone scams scam awareness
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  8. whoosh

    VIDEO Scammer Loses Her Mind Over $10,000 Mistake

    :p
  9. whoosh

    VIDEO Scammer BEGS For His Deleted Files As I Drink His Tears

    :p
    • whoosh
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    • data recovery file deletion scam awareness youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  10. whoosh

    VIDEO Scamazon Prime

    :eek:
    • whoosh
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    • amazon prime scam online shopping fraud scam awareness youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  11. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 10 Cautions Email Scam...

    Hi Today I have received two email messages one ostensibly from Amazon and one from Microsoft. Both names you think you can trust, both were fake invoices for things I haven't purchased. Both invoices are in the same format and are obviously from the same sender. I copied the first one and...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • amazon bogus invoices cybersecurity email scam fraud microsoft online safety phishing scam awareness windows defender
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  12. whoosh

    VIDEO Crazy IRS Scammer Threatens To Kill Old Lady Over $200

    :usa: :eek:
    • whoosh
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    • elderly safety fraud prevention irs scam scam awareness
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  13. whoosh

    VIDEO Watch "Using Movie Quotes to Waste an IRS Scammer's Time" on YouTube

    [emoji631] [emoji12] Sent from my 8063 using Windows Forums mobile app
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    • irs scam movie quote scam awareness youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  14. whoosh

    VIDEO Trying To Pay Scammers With Bitcoin - The Hoax Hotel

    :razz:
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    • bitcoin scam digital fraud hoax hotel scam awareness
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  15. whoosh

    VIDEO If You See This, Run Fast and Ask for Help!

    Deadly Trump Wig ? :razz:
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    • scam awareness security warning viral video youtube video
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  16. whoosh

    VIDEO 0:01 / 6:51 Have a laugh while I mess with this Nigerian Scammer!

    :razz:
    • whoosh
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    • internet prank online safety scam awareness scambaiting
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  17. whoosh

    VIDEO SCAMMER CALLS PRANKSTER - Microsoft Tech Support Scam

    :razz::ahaha:
    • whoosh
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    • phone scams prank video scam awareness tech support scams
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  18. whoosh

    VIDEO Detect Lies Like LIE TO ME! - Scam School

    :up: :razz:
    • whoosh
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    • lie detection scam awareness social engineering tutorial
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  19. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 8 Another email scam!

    Hi Here's another one to watch out for. I just received an email telling me that another computer has tried to log into my Bank of America account. It has a big button that says "Log into the customer account center and verify your identity." or something to that effect. The thing is, I don't...
    • MikeHawthorne
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    • bank fraud elderly exploitation email scam fraud prevention internet crime online safety personal data phishing scam awareness security
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support