Amazon has sent a warning to its roughly 310 million active users about a rise in cyber threats as Black Friday approaches.
The company said ers are focusing on big brands and using an impersonation od that involves browser notifications and a criminal platform. Forbes reports that Amazon is both a top shopping destination for Black Friday and a prime target for scammers and hackers.
Amazon’s Nov. 24 email tells customers these criminals may try to gain “access to sensitive information like personal or financial information, or Amazon account details,” by using several tactics:
— Fake delivery or account problem notices.
— Third‑party ads on social media promoting unreal deals.
— Messages from unofficial channels that ask for account or payment details.
— Requests for account or payment information sent through unfamiliar links.
— Unwanted tech support phone calls.
A new report supports Amazon’s alert. The firm said it had “identified more than 18,000 holiday-themed domains registered in the past three months, including terms such as Christmas, Black Friday, and Flash Sale, and that “at least 750 of these were confirmed malicious.”
Amazon’s message aims to help users spot these scams and avoid losing personal or financial data. The company recommends being cautious with links, ads, and unexpected messages, and to verify official communications before sharing any details.
Do you think online shopping during the holidays is worth the risk of potential scams? Stay vigilant! 🤔🎁
Is Amazon really doing enough to protect users from holiday scams, or are they just covering their own backs? 🤔
I cant believe scammers are targeting holiday shoppers on Amazon! We need to stay vigilant and protect ourselves.
Should we really trust Amazons warnings about holiday scams or is this just a clever marketing ploy to boost sales? 🤔