CRUEL cyber crooks have found a way to add fake contacts onto people’s phones in an attempt to gain trust and empty bank accounts.

Cyber security experts have warned that the scam is a “truly global threat”.

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Experts believe crooks use it to fake being bank support callers[/caption]

The latest danger leads victims to believe they’re being called by a trusted person such as their bank, when actually it’s the scammers behind it.

This means a “bank support” contact will appear on screen, leading targets to believe it’s safe.

In doing so, bad actors can pretend to be your bank and dupe you into giving access to your account.

Technically, they could masquerade as anyone, such as loved ones or friends.

It’s all part of an evolved Android malware campaign known as Crocodilus.

Hackers can only modify contact lists of those infected by it.

“We believe the intent is to add a phone number under a convincing name such as “Bank Support”, allowing the attacker to call the victim while appearing legitimate,” experts at Threat Fabric warned.

“This could also bypass fraud prevention measures that flag unknown numbers.”

The cyber security firm first uncovered Crocodilus targeting people in Turkey in March.

But now the company claims it has spread to other countries across the globe.

“With newly added features, Crocodilus is now more adept at harvesting sensitive information and evading detection,” Threat Fabric continues.

“Notably, its campaigns are no longer regionally confined; the malware has extended its reach to new geographical areas, underscoring its transition into a truly global threat.

“This shift not only broadens the potential impact but also suggests a more organised and adaptive threat actor behind its deployment.

“As Crocodilus continues to evolve, organisations and users alike must stay vigilant and adopt proactive security measures to mitigate the risks posed by this increasingly sophisticated malware.”

How to stay safe

As ever, money-grabbing malware of this kind usually comes from apps downloaded outside of the Google Play Store.

So it’s best to stick to apps from the official platform.

It’s also important to ensure you have Play Protect switched on as this will help pick up on suspicious activity.

USPS customers have been warned of a looming mail pause for Walmart and Amazon packages.

All of the service’s branches are set to close for 24 hours – for a huge event.

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USPS has certain guidelines in regards to staffing on Juneteenth[/caption]

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This year, the holiday falls on a Thursday[/caption]

USPS has confirmed that all of its branches are set to close for 24 hours for Juneteenth.

This is an important federal holiday that recognizes the freedom of formerly enslaved black people.

That means there’ll be no mail delivery by USPS workers, impacting millions of customers, including Walmart and Amazon shoppers.

Plus, all of the service’s postal locations will be temporarily shut on June 19.

The confirmation has prompted a mixed response from customers throughout the US.

Some have joked on social media that they won’t miss receiving junk mail or bills for just one day.

But others have complained that the non-delivery day will upset older Americans relying on the service to provide vital medication.

Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday in 2021.

But before then, the holiday was already celebrated in several different states.

EXCLUSIONS

Although USPS confirmed the 24-hour stoppage, there are some exclusions.

USPS said in an operational report, “Juneteenth is a non- widely observed holiday, which means that many businesses are open and producing outgoing mail.

“There will be no regular delivery service except for holiday premium priority mail express and holiday same day package delivery.

“Retail services will not be available, except in those facilities normally open on this holiday.

“Post offices should provide post office box access for customers.”

All I get is bills anyway

USPS customer

The report also advised, “This Juneteenth holiday presents an opportunity to consolidate and compress plant operations to generate savings.

“All offices should carefully review their staffing plans for this holiday and adjust as necessary to meet the needs of their communities.”

Normal postal services will resume on June 20, it said.

FEDEX CONTINUES

USPS also confirmed that, “normal FedEx operations are planned during the Juneteenth holiday period.”

Non-deliveries have long been a source of irritation for USPS customers.

HELD HOSTAGE

One person even complained on Reddit two years ago that their undelivered package was “being held hostage” at their local post office.

Reactions on social media to postal workers having a day off prompted one customer to joke, “All I get is bills anyway.”

But a disgruntled person on the lack of delivery on the holiday was “really annoying and unsettling!” And one concerned citizen said, “Older people need their meds and depend on them.”

Another applauded the 24-hour closure, saying, “Good. They’re useless half the time anyway.

“Can’t keep track of packages; packages arrive missing contents with the box taped and ripped. Getting to be as bad as FedEx.”

A person complained, “Just like they need another paid holiday, that’s why we have to pay so much for postage.”

However, another pointed out, “Yep, because it’s a government job and Juneteenth is recognized as a federal holiday.

“Not that hard to understand if you just do a little research.”

A fellow USPS customer agreed, saying, “Very proud that Juneteenth is getting the holiday status it deserves.”

A TIKTOK star has worn a touching tribute to fellow influencer Emilie Kiser’s son, who died in a tragic drowning accident.

Avery Woods made a small but moving gesture as a show of support for her friend during the difficult time.

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TikTok star Avery Woods wears touching tribute to friend Emilie Kiser’s late son Trigg[/caption]

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Police say the 3-year-old boy died from his injuries days after he was pulled from a backyard pool[/caption]

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Emilie has gone silent on social media as her family mourns the tragic loss[/caption]

Emilie Kiser’s 3-year-old son Trigg sadly died after being rescued from a pool in their back yard on May 12.

He was rushed to hospital where he would spend nearly a week fighting for his life before he tragically passed away.

The Arizona based influencer has seen floods of tributes and words of comfort from her fans in video comments since the heartbreaking day.

But Avery chose to offer her tributes in a more subtle manner.

During a TikTok video on June 2, she wore a small pendant with the name Trigg inscribed on it.

The touching gesture came in a get ready with me (GRWM) video captioned: “Been awhile since I put makeup on so thought I’d get ready for our anniversary, missed you.”

Her friends and followers were quick to spot the tribute.

Influencer Samantha Jo commented “so beyond glad she has you, I love you.”

Another said “you are such a good friend Avery.”

Emilie has gone silent on social media as her family mourns the tragic loss.

The 26-year-old also has a 2-month-old Theodore with husband Brady Kiser.

Her lawyer wrote in a lawsuit: “Emilie is going through a parent’s worst nightmare right now.

“She lost her young son.”

The lawsuit was filed against public offices to keep details of the child’s death private.

“Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore,” it continues.

“But every day is a battle.”

The TikToker’s stepbrother Nick Espinosa has also broken his silence about the sudden loss.

He posted a video of him driving with a voiceover – that he made private but someone later reposted, according to People.

The audio says: “Life will always throw you a curveball.”

“One day everything feels aligned.

“You’re making progress, chasing purpose, moving forward.

“Then just like that, everything changes.”

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