'Tis The Season For Cybercrime: What To Watch For And How To Protect Yourself
Fortinet News, Tuesday, November 21,2023
Cybercriminals are busy decking the (digital) halls with clever scams designed to deceive even the most cyber-aware consumers as the holiday shopping season gets underway.
And it's easy to see why this has the potential to be a particularly lucrative season for bad actors: The National Retail Federation predicts that 2023 holiday spending will reach new highs, returning to pre-pandemic levels.
However, a little vigilance goes a long way when it comes to protecting yourself from cybercrime. Below are some emerging threat trends to watch out for, a few classic holiday-season attack tactics we expect will resurface, and simple tips for keeping your data safe this season.