Safe + Secure
PC Matic Complete Security
Products
Antivirus
PC Matic VPN
Identity Protection
PC Matic Privacy
Support Unlimited
Threat Awareness
How PC Matic Protects You
SuperShield Allowlist
Business Protection
PC Matic Pro
PC Matic for SMB
Solutions
Allowlisting
Script Enforcement
Device Control
Patch Management
Remote Tools
Integrations
Server Security
Learn More
Resellers
Affiliates
Resources
Case Studies
For Federal
Partner Programs
Managed Service Providers
Channel Partners
Affiliate Partners
Resource Center
All Resources
Case Studies
Data Sheets
User Guides
White Papers
Blog Resources
PC Matic Blog
Business Security
Home Security
Cyber News
Scam Alerts
Customer Service
Home Support
Business Support
Learn More
Getting Started
Knowledgebase
Tech Support Scams
Fake Virus Scams
The Cyber Scam Report
Town Hall Sessions
Tools & More
Password Generator
Internet Speed Test
What Is My IP?
PC Matic
About
Careers
Learn More
Industry Recognition
Leadership
Commercials
Stay Up-to-Date
Newsroom
Blog
Events
TechTalk Podcast
Home Customers
My Account
PC Matic App
Add a Device
Renew Subscription
Business Customers
Business Login
Business Support

Jessica Molden

Cybersecurity Crisis Hits U.S. Mortgage loanDepot

/

Leading U.S. mortgage lender, loanDepot has confirmed that it experienced a ransomware attack resulting in data encryption. The incident disrupted customer access to payment portals and contact services. The company is actively working to restore normal operations, involving external cybersecurity experts, and has notified relevant authorities. While recurring automatic payments will be processed with delays, […]

Cybersecurity Crisis Hits U.S. Mortgage loanDepot Read More »

East Lyme Trio Arrested for Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft in iPhone Smuggling Scheme

/

Three individuals were arrested in East Lyme for credit card fraud and identity theft. The arrest followed a report of fraudulent activity on a resident’s credit card, with confirmation emails for shipped packages to a UPS drop-off linked to the fraud. Police recovered a package containing four iPhone 15 Pro Max cell phones. Upon returning

East Lyme Trio Arrested for Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft in iPhone Smuggling Scheme Read More »

Extortionists Target Hospitals with Swatting Tactics After Cyberattacks

/

Extortionists are resorting to threatening hospitals with “swatting” tactics, where false bomb threats or other reports prompt heavily armed police to show up at victims’ homes. In a recent incident, after a cyberattack on Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, criminals stole medical records and threatened to swat patients unless the hospital paid a ransom. Similarly,

Extortionists Target Hospitals with Swatting Tactics After Cyberattacks Read More »

Meijer Faces $1 Million Loss in Sophisticated mPerks Data Breach

/

Meijer, a popular grocery chain, recently fell victim to a cyberattack, resulting in over $1 million loss. The breach involved theft of customers’ mPerks account information, perpetrated by a Michigan man who exploited login credentials obtained from a separate data breach. This information was subsequently sold online, impacting hundreds of Meijer customers. Meijer became aware

Meijer Faces $1 Million Loss in Sophisticated mPerks Data Breach Read More »

Xerox Business Solutions Faces Cybersecurity Incident

/

Xerox Business Solutions (XBS), a subsidiary of Xerox, recently faced a cybersecurity incident limited to its operations in the US. The incident has been contained after detection by Xerox’s cybersecurity team. While Xerox claims that neither XBS nor corporate data and operations were affected, a third-party cybersecurity firm’s investigation suggests unauthorized access to personal information.

Xerox Business Solutions Faces Cybersecurity Incident Read More »

23andMe Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach: Allegations of Negligence and Customer Blame

/

Genetic testing company 23andMe faces a class action lawsuit following a data breach where users’ data was accessed without authorization. The breach is attributed to customers using recycled passwords for their accounts, a practice known as “credential stuffing.” The company claims that under the California Privacy Rights Act, no breach occurred as users neglected to

23andMe Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach: Allegations of Negligence and Customer Blame Read More »

Unraveling the Chaos of a City Ransomware Attack

/

“On the credit report, there’s credit cards that should’ve been closed, they’re now open with balances of $17,000 and $30,000.” – Oakland Native, Dedrick Warmack Ten months after the Oakland, California city network hack, victims like Dedrick Warmack face an ongoing nightmare. The city’s oversight left numerous individuals unaware that their sensitive financial information was

Unraveling the Chaos of a City Ransomware Attack Read More »