Coronavirus: Clever ways criminals are using your fears against you

April 20, 2020

Misinformation, hoaxes and scams are rampant on the web. People are scared, and cybercriminals are taking advantage — hawking fake test kits, vaccines and financial aid, among other things. What do you need to know to stay safe? Kim talks to Tom Edwards, U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge, and Lori Hodges, Vice President of North America Risk at Visa, about the dangers you’re facing online right now and the right steps to take if you’ve been scammed.

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Tags: cybercriminals, misinformation, online, scams

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