Likewise, SpiderLabs also came across another IRS-themed phishing email that uses a share request to lure in victims. They often use threats of prosecution for breaking the law or a lower tax payment in an effort to deceive unsuspecting taxpayers.Īccording to a new blog post (opens in new tab) from Trustwave’s SpiderLabs, security researchers recently came across a phishing email that offered $16.5 million in approved funds if the recipient provides all of the required information - which includes their name, address, phone number, occupation and ID card. Just like with Instagram, YouTube, Netflix and other popular brands, hackers love to impersonate the IRS in their scams.
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