Payments Journal reported:
According to the company, criminals are sending fraudulent emails masquerading as tax refunds, payroll documents, filing reminders, and requests from tax professionals. These messages are intended to lure recipients into opening malicious attachments, clicking on suspicious links, or scanning harmful QR codes.
Microsoft researchers say the campaigns are not only aimed at individuals, but also professionals who regularly handle sensitive financial data. Accountants and similar roles are especially attractive targets because they are accustomed to receiving tax-related communications and often have access to valuable information.
Microsoft researchers say the campaigns are not only aimed at individuals, but also professionals who regularly handle sensitive financial data. Accountants and similar roles are especially attractive targets because they are accustomed to receiving tax-related communications and often have access to valuable information.
- Tax-themed websites designed to trick users into clicking links under the guise of accessing updated forms
- Fake IRS messages promoting a “Cryptocurrency Tax Form 1099,” particularly targeting the education sector
- Emails impersonating clients seeking help with filing, leading to malicious links
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Targeted lures aimed at CPAs that are phishing kits to steal a victim’s email and password
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