Phishing Scams news and trends

90% of Cyberattacks Originate With Phishing Emails
Fraud Attack // January 02, 2025

Phishing scams targeting corporate executives are reportedly increasing thanks to AI. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Santander and HSBC Join Government Warnings on QR Code-Based Cyberattacks
Cybersecurity // October 27, 2024

First came phishing. Now, consumers and cyberdefenders need to guard against “quishing.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Security Summit Alerts Tax Professionals to Growing Threat of Identity Theft
Security & Fraud // July 24, 2024

The Security Summit has issued a stern warning to tax professionals, urging them to heighten their awareness of indicators of identity theft as part of the ongoing “Protect Your Clients; Protect Yourself,” initiative. The IRS and its coalition of partners emphasized the shifting strategies of...

IRS Warns Tax Pros of ‘Barrage’ of Phishing Scams
Security & Fraud // July 16, 2024

The IRS is warning tax professionals of a rise in scams designed to steal taxpayer information. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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Security Summit Alerts Tax Professionals to Growing Threat of Identity Theft

July 24, 2024
The Security Summit has issued a stern warning to tax professionals, urging them to heighten their awareness of indicators of identity theft as part of the ongoing “Protect Your Clients; Protect Yourself,” initiative. The IRS and its coalition of partners emphasized the shifting strategies of identity thieves, who are targeting tax professionals to access detailed […]

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Report: 82.9% of Young Adults Have Been Tricked by Suspicious Links

March 18, 2025
Young adults are reportedly vulnerable to phishing scams, despite being widely considered as “digital natives” who know how to avoid them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing […]

90% of Cyberattacks Originate With Phishing Emails

January 02, 2025
Phishing scams targeting corporate executives are reportedly increasing thanks to AI. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Santander and HSBC Join Government Warnings on QR Code-Based Cyberattacks

October 27, 2024
First came phishing. Now, consumers and cyberdefenders need to guard against “quishing.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

IRS Warns Tax Pros of ‘Barrage’ of Phishing Scams

July 16, 2024
The IRS is warning tax professionals of a rise in scams designed to steal taxpayer information. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...