Hacking Humans Old school scams updated.
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Feb 6, 2025 The hosts dive into the world of old-school scams, sharing tales of modern twists on classic tricks. A chilling story emerges about food workers capturing debit card info in drive-thrus. They also examine an elaborate scam targeting a tech-savvy individual. A humorous yet alarming chat with an AI raises questions about digital deception. Plus, listeners are warned about fraudulent messages and scams on platforms like Facebook Marketplace. It's a riveting exploration of awareness in today’s scam-ridden landscape.
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AI-Generated Scam Images
- Scammers likely use AI-generated images of non-existent people.
- These images often depict young, attractive Asian women and are effective in scams.
IRS Scam Text
- Joe Carrigan's office mate received an IRS scam text with a misleading URL.
- The URL appeared legitimate but exploited how people read URLs, directing them to a fake site.
Scrutinize URLs
- Be wary of URLs in text messages, especially those impersonating official sources.
- Read URLs from right to left to understand the true domain and avoid scams.