🦠 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.

Threat Digest Apr 03, 2026 3 min read 12 views
Phishing email mimicking IRS tax form with malware link

⚡ Key Takeaways

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

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Originally reported by InfoSecurity Magazine

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