This week door bells are ringing nonstop due to the high volume of packages being delivered right before this Saturday, but how sure are you that it will remain safe on your doorstep? The Better Business Bureau released the top scams to be on guard against in the 2021 holiday season which including package delivery scams being #1. Additionally, with consumers spending an additional $1.8 billion on Cyber Monday over Black Friday, it’s no secret that package theft will be something to be highly aware of.
Lookout, the leader in delivering integrated Security, Privacy, and Identity Theft Protection solutions, can ensure that you keep your information safe so you can receive your gifts and packages safe & sound. Lookout’s team of experts have found numerous examples of bad actors posing as popular shipping services (UPS, Fedex, DHL) to send fake confirmation SMS’s like the examples below. Can you tell the difference? 55% of respondents couldn't!
Consumer Tips for Online Shopping :
- Visit Protection.Lookout.com NOW to learn where your email may be leaked and take immediate action.
- Only use unique & strong passwords. Immediately update any old passwords that have been compromised online
- Enable two-factor authentication
Lookout helps protect your digital information at every level – from the device you hold, to the apps and online services you use and the networks you connect to. Lookout also continuously monitors the internet to ensure what matters to you the most – such as social security and credit card numbers – aren’t exposed. And if anything happens, Lookout’s team of experts and a $1 million identity theft insurance policy are here to back you up.
All consumers can scan their email for FREE on Lookout’s website to learn about breaches that may have occurred & take action to secure their data.
Tips from Hank Schless, Senior Manager of Security Solutions at Lookout.
Lookout is a cybersecurity company offering a range of security solutions for both Consumer & Businesses customers. Our mission is to secure and empower our digital future in a privacy-focused world where sharing sensitive information is essential for work and play. We enable consumers and employees to protect their data, and to securely stay connected without violating their privacy and trust. Lookout is trusted by millions of consumers, the largest enterprises and government agencies, and partners such as AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone, Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Amsterdam, Boston, London, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C. To learn more, visit www.lookout.com and follow Lookout on its blog, LinkedIn, and Twitter. https://www.lookout.com
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