Potential Hurricane Dorian Cyber Scams

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Potential Hurricane Dorian Cyber Scams [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2019/09/04/potential-hurricane-dorian-cyber-scams ] 09/04/2019 09:05 AM 
EDT 
Original release date: September 4, 2019

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns users to remain vigilant for malicious cyber activity 
targeting Hurricane Dorian disaster victims and potential donors. Fraudulent emails commonly appear after major natural 
disasters and often contain links or attachments that direct users to malicious websites. Users should exercise caution 
in handling any email with a 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.

To avoid becoming victims of malicious activity, users and administrators should review the following resources and 
take preventative measures:


  * Staying Alert to Disaster-related Scams [ 
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/dealing-weather-emergencies#stayingalert ] 
  * Before Giving to a Charity [ https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0074-giving-charity ] 
  * Staying Safe on Social Networking Sites [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST06-003 ] 
  * Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST04-014 ] 

If you believe you have been a victim of cybercrime, file a complaint with the Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet 
Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov [ http://www.ic3.gov/ ].

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