Tax season is a prime time for scams. Here's how to protect yourself
As Americans file their taxes, scammers are increasing their efforts to steal personal information. Take these steps to ...
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Tax scams are getting sneakier - 10 ways to protect yourself before it's too late
In its report, McAfee illustrated how one type of tax scam might work. You receive an urgent text or email claiming that your refund was rejected or that you owe back taxes. Looking like a real ...
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New McAfee Research Reveals Scammers Love Tax Season—And They’re Cashing In: 51% of Victims Lose Over $1,000
New research from McAfee reveals that AI-powered phishing emails, deepfake phone ... fast or face penalties. Making scams more convincing – 55% of people report that the tax scam messages ...
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Illinois Tollway warns residents about phishing texts. Here's what to know
Illinois residents should keep an eye out for a rising text scam asking them to pay unpaid ... According to the anti-virus software company McAfee, Chicago is one of the top five U.S. cities ...
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How scammers are cashing in on tax season
according to a new report. Now, more than ever, AI-powered phishing emails, deep-fake phone calls and fake tax prep websites are making tax scams more convincing, with nearly one in four Americans ...
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Dallas leads as a target for toll texting scam, report shows
Dallas leads the list of U.S. cities that are experiencing the most scam texts, according to a new report by McAfee. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has warned about scams involving road toll ...