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Digital Journal: FBI’s Warning Around Sextortion Schemes

The FBI has issued a warning about the use of "deepfakes" in a new wave of sextortion schemes. In his interview with Digital Journal, John Wilson examines the techniques used and provides valuable tips to help protect children from such scams.
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Forbes Advisor: Beware Of Loan Scams

In his latest Forbes Advisor article, John Wilson discusses loan scams and shares 7 red flags to help identify and avoid fraudulent loan offers.
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Email Fraud Cyber Work Podcast Featuring John Wilson

John Wilson, Senior Fellow, Threat Research at Fortra features in this episode of Infosec’s Cyber Work Podcast. John covers all aspects of email fraud including business email compromise and phishing, and shares career tips and advice for budding threat researchers at all levels.
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Forbes: Common Online Scams and How To Avoid Them

From fake holiday home rentals to counterfeit medications, online scams are now an unfortunate common occurrence. Forbes contributor, John Wilson takes a detailed look at online scams and provides 5 ways to protect yourself from them.  Originally published on Forbes Advisor.  Excerpt:  “Mary was lonely. The recently divorced mom of three was ready to dip her toe back into...
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Keeping Personal Data Secure

With the rise in phishing attacks and identify theft, Ciaran Rafferty, Managing Director, Email Security at Fortra looks at emerging trends and ways organizations can keep their sensitive data secure. He also provides an update on what to expect from Fortra in 2022.