Security News > 2021 > March > How cybercriminals are targeting US taxpayers as tax season approaches
The latest scams use phishing emails to deliver remote access trojans to control a victim's computer and steal sensitive data, says Cybereason.
With the usual April 15 deadline approaching, a report released Thursday by security provider Cybereason reveals the latest scams against taxpayers and offers advice on how to avoid them.
Cybereason's Nocturnus threat analysis team has discovered a new phishing campaign aimed at US taxpayers.
The Word document attached to the phishing email contains a malicious macro.
If you receive an email or correspondence related to tax filing, call the company directly to ask if it's communicating to customers via email.
It will never call, email or text you to request your tax ID or Identity Protection PIN. Also see.