Hurricane-Related Scams

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Hurricane-Related Scams [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2019/05/30/Hurricane-Related-Scams ] 05/30/2019 
06:05 PM EDT 
Original release date: May 30, 2019

As the 2019 hurricane season approaches, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)warns users to 
remain vigilant for malicious cyberactivity targeting disaster victims and potential donors. Fraudulent emails commonly 
appear after major natural disasters and often contain links or attachments that direct users to malicious websites. 
Users should exercise caution in handling any email with a hurricane-related subject line, attachments, or hyperlinks. 
In addition, users should be wary of social media pleas, texts, or door-to-door solicitations relating to severe 
weather events.

To avoid becoming victims of malicious activity, users and administratorsshould review the following resources and take 
preventative measures:


  * Staying Alert to Disaster-related Scams [ 
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/dealing-weather-emergencies#stayingalert ] 
  * Before Giving to a Charity [ https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0074-giving-charity ] 
  * Staying Safe on Social Networking Sites [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST06-003 ] 
  * Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST04-014 ] 

If you believe you have been a victim of cybercrime,file a complaint with the Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet 
Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov [ http://www.ic3.gov ].

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