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security: When tax season becomes cyberattack season: Phishing and malware campaigns using tax-related lures
Mar 19, 2026
Microsoft Threat Intelligence reported email campaigns using tax-related lures, including fake W-2s, tax forms, and impersonations of tax agencies, tax firms, and financial institutions. The campaigns target both individuals and professionals such as accountants, with goals including personal and financial data theft.
- Source: Microsoft Security Blog