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Received an email from the IRS? Read this before you click

Tax season already comes with enough stress. So, when an email shows up claiming to be from the IRS, talking about refunds, unpaid taxes, or “urgent action required,” it’s hard not to pause for a second. Even if you’re usually careful, that little spark of doubt is enough to make you hover over the link.
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Don’t let hackers score: How to keep your inbox safe this Super Bowl season

You’re already mentally clocking off for the day when one last email pops up. It’s about a contest to win Super Bowl tickets for the whole family. As a big football fan, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity, so you click on the attachment without thinking twice.
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How cybercriminals use artificial intelligence in phishing attacks

Artificial intelligence is taking phishing attacks to a whole new level. Cybercriminals are using AI to create messages that are tailored to their victims, which could include you! We'll show you how this works and how you can protect yourself.
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Trojan horse computer virus: What it is and how to stay safe

A Trojan horse isn’t just a story from Greek mythology – it’s a major threat to your digital life. A Trojan horse computer virus can hide inside what looks like a harmless file or program. But once it’s in? It can damage your device or steal your data without you noticing.
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What is a brushing scam? How to identify and report brushing

Who doesn’t love getting a package!? But wait – even though it’s addressed to you, you don’t remember ordering anything. And when you open the package, there’s just a single pair of socks and no message. What’s going on?
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Phishing Security Trends
84 people found this article helpful.

How hackers steal passwords - and ways you can protect yours

From sophisticated programs to simple guesswork, there are many ways hackers steal passwords. No matter how your password lands in the hands of a cybercriminal, a hacked email account can be a real headache with often unforeseen consequences. Discover how to protect yourself from the most common methods of password theft.
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Security Password Phishing
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Email spoofing: Definition and how spoofing works

A friend tells you they’ve received a strange email from your address, but there’s no sign of suspicious emails in your sent mail folder. Your caller ID shows a number you recognize, but there’s a strange voice on the other end of the line. Both of these are examples of spoofing, or communications under a faked name.
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Security Phishing Email
100 people found this article helpful.

What is an ecard? How to (safely) send last-minute holiday greetings

Are ecards still a thing? They may seem like a relic belonging to the early days of the internet, but in 2021 the New York Times reported a pandemic-related resurgence in ecards. Ecards are not just sent as email attachments anymore – there are also versions to send by text message or on social media platforms.
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Phishing Inbox Holiday
328 people found this article helpful.

Don’t get hooked: Avoid phishing with these 2024 blog posts

Phishing scams grow more sophisticated every year, using deceptive tricks to steal your personal information and compromise your security. And taking the bait can have serious consequences: identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches.
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Malware types: Do you know the true meaning of malware?

Feeling cybersecure? Ever stared at the computer screen hoping a malware attack was just some horrible practical joke? If you are like the rest of us and have experienced this moment, then don’t worry we’ve got your back.
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Security Spam Phishing
2,417 people found this article helpful.

Black Friday turns into spam week: 10% spike in phishing emails

As online shoppers gear up for Black Friday bargains, email provider mail.com highlights an often-overlooked downside of the season: a 10% rise in spam and phishing emails. The sharp increase during Black Friday week reflects how scammers exploit the seasonal shopping rush.

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31 people found this article helpful.

Deepfake phishing: A new wave of cybercrime & how to protect yourself

Online phishing scams are getting scarier by the minute. Thanks to the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, phishing attacks now have a new weapon: deepfake technology.
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I know where you live: Creepy scam emails with personal details

Phishing emails are bad enough. But have you ever opened your inbox to find a threatening message claiming that hackers have access to your webcam – complete with some personal information or even a photo of your home? These frightening emails are part of a growing trend of blackmail email phishing scams and extortion online.
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What does a phishing link look like? How to check links safely

There seems to be no end to fake emails that are cleverly designed to look like real messages from legitimate companies. As these phishing scams grow more convincing, how can you tell the fakes from the real thing? One line of defense: Learning how to spot a phishing link.
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Ask the expert: How to protect yourself from spam and phishing

Viviana is an expert in our Mail Security team. One of her main responsibilities is protecting our users from spam emails and phishing attacks. In this interview, she tells us why inboxes have a spam folder and why not all “bad” emails are deleted automatically. Plus, she shares some pro tips for recognizing email scams.
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Unsubscribe email scam: How to protect yourself

Aren’t spam emails the worst? Sometimes they are just an annoyance, but other times they pose a real risk by infecting your device with a virus or stealing personal data. So, if an unwanted email lands in your inbox and you see an “unsubscribe” button, why not click on it?
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295 people found this article helpful.

What to do if you click on a phishing link

“Oh, no – I accidently clicked a phishing link! Does that mean I’ve been hacked? Does my phone have a virus now!?” If you’ve ever been tricked into opening a fraudulent link in a phishing email, a text message from a strange number, or a sketchy website, you’ve probably experienced this moment of alarm.
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Understanding pharming: Protecting yourself from online fraud

Online scams can take many forms, but the aim is often the same: harvesting personal data, login credentials, and account information to commit identity theft. And pharming is no different. Learn to recognize the signs of online fraud so you can protect yourself.
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Internet Phishing Security
506 people found this article helpful.

The “Hi Mom!” phishing scam: How to recognize and avoid it

Have you ever received a call for help or a strange text message claiming from your son or daughter? But strangely, you don't recognize the number? Be careful: the “Hi Mom” scam shows no sign of stopping in 2024.
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Phishing Spam Security
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Are security questions secure? Not really – here’s why

When was the last time someone asked you the middle name of your oldest sibling? Probably not something that comes up in casual conversation – which made it a good option to use as a security question for a bank or online account. But you may have noticed that you have not had to provide such seemingly random information recently.
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Security Password Phishing
224 people found this article helpful.
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