The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning about a sophisticated multi-phase scam known as the “Phantom Hacker.” This scam has been successful in draining the bank accounts of a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. A July 15 posting to X, by the official FBI Los Angeles ...

The FBI is warning about a sophisticated “phantom hacker” scheme specifically targeting the elderly, and which has drained more than a billion dollars from victims’ retirement accounts in the U.S.

HOUSTON — The FBI is sounding the alarm on a disturbing and fast-growing scheme known as the Phantom Hacker Scam. Officials say it’s increasingly targeting older adults, leaving many victims with ...

State officials are warning about a three-tiered scam that has already stolen $1 billion from seniors' bank and retirement accounts nationwide, including in New York State. New York Attorney General ...

A chilling scam known as the “Phantom Hacker” scheme is back and hitting hard, with the FBI confirming over $1 billion stolen from mostly elderly victims since early 2024. The con unfolds in three ...

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Get ready for the newest hacker scam in which you’re not actually hacked at all. The person on the other end has convinced you that you have been scammed and that’s when the ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s one of the most intricate scams out there. The FBI is warning people to be wary of the “phantom hacker,” which they say is significantly impacting senior citizens. Two-thirds ...

This video captures the emotional escalation of a scammer under pressure. Initial anger and threats dominate the conversation ...