Phishing – Getting reeled in | FVS Eye on Fraud

Phishing is a cybercrime that relies on social engineering tactics to trick users into making security mistakes or give away sensitive information. Cyber actors have taken significant advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic by exploiting vulnerabilities in government agencies, the private sectors, non-profits and individuals. As of June 2020, it’s reported that more than 20,000 complaints have been filed related to COVID-19 scams. Cyber criminals have targeted businesses and individuals working from home via telework software vulnerabilities, education technology platforms and