Hkcert AI-Powered Phishing Scams Surge During Holiday Season
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Experts have reported a significant increase in online scams targeting users during the Christmas season. Check Point identified 33,500 unique Christmas-themed phishing emails and over 10,000 seasonal social media ads in the last two weeks, with common scams including fake promotions, fraudulent charity appeals, and urgent delivery notices. The use of AI technology is enhancing the sophistication of these scams.
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