Alina Benny

Aura Cybersecurity Editor

Alina Benny is a writer and editor at Aura, covering the gamut of security topics for the company, including online safety, identity theft, and fraud. Before Aura, she oversaw part of Nextiva’s marketing efforts. She holds a bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering from the Cochin University of Science and Technology and has nearly a decade in content marketing. Twitter: @heyabenny

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Alina Benny

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Fraud

LinkedIn Scams: 10 Ways You Could Be at Risk on the Platform

LinkedIn has over 900 million users — but honest professionals aren’t the only ones on the platform. Here are 10 common LinkedIn scams to know.

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December 6, 2023
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Fraud

These 10 WhatsApp Scams Are as Unnerving as They Look

If you’d rather text than talk, how likely are you to fall for these WhatsApp scams? Here are 10 scams to know and how you can avoid them.

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December 5, 2023
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Internet Security

How To Spot Fake Apps: App Size, Permissions, Source

Most fake apps advertise free and unlimited access, ostensibly, to the premium app — but then give you information-stealing malware.

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December 4, 2023
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Fraud

Was Your Amazon Package Stolen? Here’s What To Do

260 million packages were stolen off porches in America in 2022. Was your Amazon package stolen, too? Here are 9 things to do right away.

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November 14, 2023
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Fraud

How To Know If You’ve Received a Fake USPS Tracking Number

USPS text message scams and fake USPS tracking numbers are hounding unsuspecting buyers across the country. Here’s what you need to know.

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November 14, 2023
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Fraud

Someone Stole My Mail. What Should I Do?

Mail theft is mounting because it pays off. Thieves have learned they can exploit the USPS system and the innocent people who rely on it. Here’s what to do.

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November 14, 2023