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Jory MacKay

Aura Cybersecurity Editor

Jory MacKay is a writer and award-winning editor with over a decade of experience for online and print publications. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Victoria and a passion for helping people identify and avoid fraud.

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Jory MacKay

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Fraud

How To Spot a Fake Bank Text Message Scam

Fake bank text messages are a form of smishing where fraudsters use texts to impersonate financial institutions and phish for PII.

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January 16, 2024
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Fraud

The 11 Worst Facebook Scams Happening Right Now

Scammers are running rampant on Facebook. Learn how to recognize the latest Facebook scams and protect your identity, finances, and online accounts.

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January 10, 2024
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Internet Security

How To View Your Saved Passwords on Any Device

Follow these steps to find and view all of your saved passwords — whether you need to remember a password or want to improve your digital security.

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November 28, 2023
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Fraud

Scammed on eBay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back

Were you scammed on eBay by a seller? Don’t panic. Here’s what you can do to get your money back and how to spot eBay scams in the future.

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November 13, 2023
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Identity Theft

The Most Unbelievable Identity Theft Stories of All Time

Here are the nine most unbelievable and terrifying identity theft stories that will show you just how grave identity theft can be.

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November 6, 2023
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Fraud

Solved: Why Do Random Numbers Call Me and Hang Up?

Tired of random callers taking over your phone? Learn why random numbers are targeting you and how to block spam and scam calls for good.

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November 3, 2023

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