A polished seal, a familiar logo, and a web address that looks almost perfect. That’s all it takes to trick someone into handing over personal details meant for law enforcement or a federal agency.

From phishing emails to bogus tax credits, the IRS warns that scammers keep changing tactics. Here’s what you should know about the most common tax scams now.

Outdoor product scams are nothing new, especially for premium or popular brands. Some find it hard to resist the lure of seemingly incredible pricing on gear or apparel with coveted labels. Some of ...

Not everything online is as it appears — scammers are using fake websites to trick consumers. Online phishing scams are becoming harder to detect, with scammers impersonating popular websites, but ...

Scam sites run rampant on search engines like Google, as malicious actors attempt to steal precious personal data and financial information using phony websites posing as the real thing. To thwart ...

Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino chronicles how a search for a niche hair product led to a scam site that was almost ...

Summer is officially here and you might be looking to beat the heat with a trip to a popular beach or dream overseas vacation, but experts warn that online scammers are looking to take advantage of ...

You have /3 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. At first glance, Southeastern Michigan University’s website looks like it represents a real ...

Craft retailer JoAnn announced it was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy back in January. Since then, a major problem has come up. In a notice on the store’s homepage and FAQ (frequently asked questions ...

Bree Fowler writes about cybersecurity and digital privacy. Before joining CNET she reported for The Associated Press and Consumer Reports. A Michigan native, she's a long-suffering Detroit sports fan ...