Cybersecurity Tip of the Week – Be Cautious of Scams Tied to Holiday Gift Returns

After the holidays, scammers take advantage of the return season by sending fake emails or texts claiming there's a problem with a refund, return label, or store credit. These messages may look like they come from well-known retailers and often include urgent links asking you to "confirm your account" or "re-enter payment information." Before clicking, slow down and verify the sender. Go directly to the retailer's official website instead of using links in messages, and never share login credentials or payment details through unsolicited emails or texts. If a return issue is real, you'll see it when you log in through the official site.