FBI warns shoppers of holiday scams

'Be wary:' FBI warns shoppers of holiday scams as Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales kick off
The holiday shopping season has returned, and so has the potential for scams. The FBI warns shoppers to "always" be wary of deals that seem too good to be true, especially as you begin to scope out Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals out online or in-person.
Record holiday spending predicted, while cybersecurity experts warn against online scams
The National Retail Federation says shoppers are expected to spend a record amount this holiday season.The NRF says spending is expected to reach a record $902 per person. That includes gifts, decorations,
Holiday online shopping scams: How to spot and avoid them
Fake social media ads and text messages from scammers about packages being undeliverable are the top scams you should be keeping an eye out for this holiday season, according to Director of Information Security and Engagement at the National Cybersecurity Alliance Cliff Steinhauer.
How to protect yourself, and your wallet, from scams this holiday season per the FBI
As the holiday shopping season begins, the FBI is warning shoppers and sellers of scams. Check out these tips to protect yourself and your wallet.
Online holiday shopping brings wide variety of scams as well as goods
The season offers swindlers many opportunities to lure trusting shoppers. But there are ways to protect yourself.
As you’re shopping this season, beware of these holiday scams
Whether you’re ordering gifts, recovering from weather events or getting communications from your bank, you may be vulnerable. Keep an eye out for these frauds.
BBB Warns Shoppers To Be On Guard For Scams This Holiday Season
As the holiday shopping season begins in earnest, shoppers and donors should stay vigilant against scams designed to steal money or personal information. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that co
Cyber security experts advise shopping local to stray from holiday scams
It is exciting to get online and add items to your cart using those Cyber Monday deals. However, cybercriminals want to take advantage too.
Boston police issue warnings about several holiday season scams
Now that we're firmly into the traditional holiday shopping season, Boston police want consumers to be aware of seven of the most common modern fraud schemes.
FBI issues holiday scam warning for online shoppers
The FBI issued a warning to consumers about online scams as the holiday shopping season gets officially underway this week with Black Friday and then Cyber Monday. “Don’t let #holiday excitement cloud your judgment!
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