Tag: Spam

Tech Tip – Block & Silence Unwanted WhatsApp Contacts

Posted on by Paul Stradling

This tech tip shows you how to effortlessly block unwanted contacts and silence annoying unknown callers, giving you peace of mind and distraction-free messaging.

Blocking Unwanted Contacts:

– Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact or number you want to block.

– Tap the contact’s name or number at the top of the chat.

– Scroll down and tap “Block” or “Block Contact”.

– Confirm that you want to block the contact.

Muting Unknown Callers:

– Go to WhatsApp Settings (three dots or gear icon).

– Tap “Account” > “Privacy”.

– Scroll down to “Calls” and toggle on “Silence Unknown Callers”.

By following these simple steps, you can effectively manage unwanted contacts and calls on WhatsApp, saving yourself time and hassle.

Security Stop Press : Thousands Of Brand Subdomains Hijacked For Spam

Posted on by Paul Stradling

Cyber Security Company, Guardio Labs, has reported uncovering a major “SubdoMailing” campaign which involves the hijacking of 8,000+ trusted domains to send millions of spam and malicious phishing emails daily.

Brands whose subdomains are being exploited in the campaign include MSN, VMware, McAfee, The Economist, Cornell University, CBS, Marvel, and eBay.

Guardio Labs said it has identified the threat actor behind the campaign as ‘ResurrecAds,’ a bogus ad network known for reviving “dead” domains from big brands and using them as backdoors to exploit legitimate services and brands and circumvent email protection.

The advice to businesses, which should already have antivirus protection in place, is to exercise caution and to avoid opening any unsolicited and suspicious looking emails, even if they do appear to be from known brands.