🦠 Ransomware & Malware

100+ Tax Scams Flood Inboxes in Early 2026 – Criminals Get Sneakier

Proofpoint nailed more than 100 tax scams in early 2026. Criminals aren't just phishing – they're deploying malware, stealing creds, and posing as execs for W-2s.

Phishing email mimicking IRS tax form with malware link

⚡ Key Takeaways

  • Over 100 tax-themed attacks detected early 2026, using RMM tools and BEC.
  • New threat actor TA2730 targets Asia with fake investment form phishing.
  • Educate on timely lures; predict AI deepfakes next for voice scams.

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James Kowalski
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James Kowalski

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Originally reported by InfoSecurity Magazine

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