You click "I'm not a robot" all the time. But that CAPTCHA could be a scam

In this episode of the In Your Corner podcast from CBS News Philadelphia, consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz breaks down a growing cybersecurity threat that's tricking people into infecting their own computers. Scammers are disguising malware attacks as routine CAPTCHA security checks. After you click the familiar verification box, you're instructed to press a series of keyboard shortcuts such as Windows+R, Ctrl+V, and Enter. What many people don't realize is that those commands can install malware that gives criminals access to sensitive information, including passwords, email accounts, banking credentials and more. Josh explains:  ✅ How the fake CAPTCHA scam works ✅ Why so many people are falling for it ✅ The warning signs that should raise immediate red flags ✅ What to do if you've already clicked or followed the instructions ✅ How to protect your accounts and personal information Featuring expert insight from the Identity Theft Resource Center. Subscribe for new episodes of the In Your Corner podcast every Wednesday from CBS News Philadelphia. 00:00 The CAPTCHA you've always trusted 01:39 What CAPTCHA actually stands for 02:30 How the fake CAPTCHA scam works 03:24 The Windows+R, Ctrl+V trick explained 04:18 Why this scam is so effective 05:32 What scammers gain access to 06:56 Red flags that expose a fake CAPTCHA 08:55 What to do if you already clicked 10:29 Why these scams are increasing 11:49 The one rule every internet user should remember Subscribe on YouTube:    / cbsphilly   Follow us on X: @CBSPhiladelphia Like us on Facebook:   / cbsphiladelphia   Follow us on TikTok: @CBSPhiladelphia Follow us on Instagram: @CBSPhiladelphia