March PhishQueue Phishing News
“Think Before You Click – PhishQueue Has Your Back.”
Hook, Click, Hacked – The New Wave of Phishing Attacks
🚨 FTC Warns: Phishing Scams Are Targeting Your Taxes
The Growing Threat
Tax season is prime time for cybercriminals, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about a rise in phishing scams impersonating the IRS, tax preparers, and financial institutions.
📌 What to Watch For:
- Fake IRS Emails claiming you owe money or are due a refund.
- Bogus Tax Filing Confirmations with malicious links.
- Scam Tax Preparer Requests asking for sensitive personal information.
🛡️ Your Best Defense: The Phish Reporter Button
If you receive an email related to taxes, refunds, or the IRS, be skeptical.
Use the Phish Reporter button to verify the email before clicking anything or sharing information.
📌 Remember: The IRS never initiates contact via email, text, or social media regarding tax matters.
🤖 Deepfake Scams Are Here
Cybercriminals are now using AI-powered deepfake videos and voice cloning to make phishing scams more convincing than ever.
🚨 The Bottom Line
If an email or message creates urgency, asks for personal information, or seems unusual, it is likely a scam.
👉 Think Before You Click – Let PhishQueue confirm if it is safe.
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🎭 Phishing Joke of the Month
💡 Why do phishing emails always fail their exams?
👉 Because they never have real credentials! 😆
Cybersecurity is serious, but staying informed does not have to be dull!
Stay vigilant,
The PhishQueue Team
