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Walgreen Co. warns about unauthorized e-mails

Customers subscribing to Walgreen Co.’s e-mail distribution list should be on the look-out for spam directing them to another site and then asking for personal data.

According to a company spokesman, Walgreens became aware of “unauthorized access” to its e-mail list, “about a week ago,” and began notifying subscribers this morning. Get the full story »

How to avoid being skimmed at ATM

The next time you pull up to an ATM, take a closer look at the machine. Does it look a little clunkier than usual?

Look too at what’s around you: Are there mirrors? Is there a brochure-holder over your shoulder? Does it look like there might be a false panel or an extra light bar attached to the machine? Get the full story »