Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Experts warn fake CAPTCHA scams are on the rise - here's how to stay safe

Rituals and utility giant Itron both confirm cyberattacks - here's what we know
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April 29, 2026
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Experts reveal how fake CAPTCHAs are driving a global SMS scam campaign
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