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#ExpertInsights 12: Holiday Scams to Watch Out For in 2021

#ExpertInsights 12: Holiday Scams to Watch Out For in 2021

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#ExpertInsights 12: Holiday Scams to Watch Out For in 2021

FromProtecting People

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Nov 10, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

It’s the holiday season!
While that might conjure up images of family gatherings and gift-giving, internet scams are, unfortunately, all too common during this season as well.
In this Expert Insights episode, host Sara Pan interviews Brian Reed, Cybersecurity Strategist at Proofpoint, about how you can protect yourself when the cyber Grinch comes knocking.
Join us as we discuss:
Suspicious gift card offers and shipping confirmations
Phishing and smishing involving coupon codes and discounts
The consequences of falling for holiday scams
How to combat brand spoofing and lookalike domains


Check out these resources we mention during the podcast:
Cybersecurity Awareness Center


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Released:
Nov 10, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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