IRS Warning Taxpayers About New Email Scams
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IRS Alerts Taxpayers to New Email Scams
Summary
Email scams are rampant, and scammers are now boldly using the IRS name in their schemes.
Article
If you use email, you're likely familiar with scam attempts. Recently, scammers are becoming more audacious by exploiting the IRS name in their fraudulent tactics.
IRS Alerts Taxpayers to New Email Scams
The IRS is cautioning taxpayers about a noticeable increase in tax-related email scams. Alarmingly, many of these emails use the IRS’s name. These scams are primarily aimed at stealing identities through phishing.
Important Notice: The IRS never communicates with taxpayers via email. If you receive an email claiming to be from the IRS, it's undoubtedly a fraud. Do not respond, and avoid clicking any links. The best course of action? Delete it immediately!
Since the start of the year, the IRS has identified 99 new email scams targeting taxpayers. These scams seek to steal personal information by falsely claiming that failing to provide such details will result in not receiving a tax refund or facing an audit. These threats are entirely fake.
Many individuals fall for these scams by clicking on links that lead to counterfeit websites designed to mimic the IRS. Remember, anyone can replicate a website’s appearance, even that of the IRS. This issue isn't new?"companies like Best Buy have faced similar problems.
Where are these scammers based? Surprisingly, many of these fraudulent emails originate outside the U.S., in countries like England, Italy, Japan, Germany, Australia, and Singapore. Traditional scam hotspots such as China, Aruba, Mexico, Indonesia, and Argentina are also involved, but there are fewer cases from Nigeria than expected.
Protect Yourself
The key to avoiding scams is staying informed. The IRS never contacts taxpayers via email. If you receive a suspicious email, it's a scam. When in doubt, contact the IRS directly to verify any concerns. Otherwise, just delete the email.
Stay vigilant and protect your information from these scams.
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