DOJ - "Malicious Cyber Activity and Online Scam Warning in Wake of Hurricane Dorian"

Title: Malicious Cyber Activity and Online Scam Warning in Wake of Hurricane Dorian Source: DOJ Data/Action: Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Press Releases Date: 9/6/2019 Text Preview: ...Hurricane Dorian PROVIDENCE – United States Attorney Aaron L. Weisman today urged everyone, particularly online users, to remain vigilant for malicious cyber activity and would-be scammers who may target Hurricane Dorian disaster victims and potential donors. Fraudulent emails commonly appear after major natural disasters... ...hurricane related subject line, attachment, or hyperlink. In addition, users should be wary of social media pleas, texts, or door-to-door solicitations relating to severe weather events. U.S. Attorney Aaron Weisman commented, “We have all seen the heartbreaking pictures and heard the heart wrenching details of the devastation hundreds of thousands of people are experiencing in the wake of Hurricane... ...victims of malicious activity. • Staying Alert to Disaster-related Scams • Before Giving to a Charity • Staying Safe on Social Networking...