Beware, The Christmas Shopping Cyber Scams - Ep 176

18/11/2025 13 min Temporada 1 Episodio 176
Beware, The Christmas Shopping Cyber Scams - Ep 176

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Tis the season… for cybercrime. In this episode of Reimagining Cyber,  senior security analyst Tyler Moffitt breaks down how cybercriminals exploit the Christmas and holiday season to launch phishing attacks, ransomware, smishing scams, and gift card fraud. From AI-powered fake delivery emails to cloned charity pages, learn how attackers are getting more sophisticated than ever—and what you can do to protect yourself, your business, and your customers during the busiest shopping months of the year.Key Takeaways:Why peak shopping season equals peak cybercrimeThe latest holiday scams targeting retailers and consumersAI, voice cloning, and automated gift card fraudPractical tips to secure accounts, vendor payments, and distribution centersIt's 5 years since Reimagining Cyber began. Thanks to all of our loyal listeners!As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking Podcasts This list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best! Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected]