US-CERT Alerts Users to Holiday Phishing Scams and Malware Campaigns
Original release date: November 25, 2015 | Last revised: November 27, 2015
US-CERT reminds users to remain vigilant when browsing or shopping online this holiday season. Ecards from unknown senders may contain malicious links. Fake advertisements or shipping notifications may deliver infected attachments. Spoofed email messages and fraudulent posts on social networking sites may request support for phony causes.
To avoid seasonal campaigns that could result in security breaches, identity theft, or financial loss, users are encouraged to take the following actions:
If you believe you are a victim of a holiday phishing scam or malware campaign, consider the following actions:
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Original Link: https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/11/25/US-CERT-Alerts-Users-Holiday-Phishing-Scams-and-Malware-Campaigns