| SECURITY ALERT: Guard Against Holiday Season Scams As the holiday season approaches, online retailers, like Amazon, often witness increased traffic. Unfortunately, this surge also attracts cybercriminals. Beware of phishing scams resembling official notifications from online platforms. Currently, there’s a notable uptick in phishing emails with PDF attachments affecting users of various email services, especially in regions with heightened online retail activity. Cybercriminals mimic support teams, using tactics similar to the recent Amazon-themed phishing scams. Users are tricked into believing their accounts face issues, such as billing errors, and are prompted to click on a link to update information. These malicious emails are adept at disguising harmful links through URL shorteners, making detection challenging. Clicking on these links may lead to fake websites designed to harvest login credentials or credit card details. Additionally, attached PDF files may contain malware, posing security risks upon download. | Update on our New Website We have underway a revamp of our systems and tools this year, and in addition we launched a new upgraded website. If you have not seen it yet, please take a look at our new website https://www.netaccess.ca and let us know what you think, and if you have any suggestions. We would appreciate any feedback. We are specifically growing our blog and tech tips sections, and also our FAQs which are organized by services. |
To protect yourself during this festive season:
Exercise Caution: Treat unexpected emails with suspicion, especially if they request personal or financial details.
Direct Verification: If an email prompts you to verify account information, bypass links and visit the official website directly.
Universal Threat: Phishing attacks are not limited to specific email services. Stay vigilant, regardless of your email provider.
By staying informed and adopting these precautions, you can safeguard your online presence and enjoy a secure shopping experience throughout the holiday season.
Stay safe and secure!