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    <channel><title>Consumer Insights</title><description>News, views and insights from the Bitdefender experts</description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/</link><image><url>https://download.bitdefender.com/resources/images/favicon/favicon-32x32.png</url><title>Consumer Insights</title><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/</link></image><generator>Bitdefender Blog</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:28:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.bitdefender.com/nuxt/api/en-au/rss/hotforsecurity/spam/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><ttl>1800</ttl><item><title>Nearly 4 in 10 Valentine’s Day Emails Are Scams: What Bitdefender Antispam Lab Is  Seeing in 2026</title><description><![CDATA[Valentine’s Day is meant to celebrate love, connection, and thoughtful gestures. But inboxes around the world get stuffed with Valentine’s Day scam messages throughout January and February. An analysis of Valentine’s-themed email traffic observed between early January and early February 2026 shows that nearly four in 10 Valentine’s-themed spam emails were scams, exploiting seasonal expectations through dating lures, fake gifts, misleading surveys and pharmaceutical promotions.

While promotional]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/nearly-4-in-10-valentines-day-emails-are-scams-what-bitdefender-antispam-lab-is-seeing-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698b448a2fa53a9f2eef378f</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:58:23 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2026/02/4-in-10-Valentine-s-Day-Emails-Are-Scams.png" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Valentine’s Day is meant to celebrate love, connection, and thoughtful gestures. But inboxes around the world get stuffed with Valentine’s Day scam messages throughout January and February. An analysis of Valentine’s-themed email traffic observed between early January and early February 2026 shows that nearly four in 10 Valentine’s-themed spam emails were scams, exploiting seasonal expectations through dating lures, fake gifts, misleading surveys and pharmaceutical promotions.

While promotional]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scam Trends of The Week: 7 Real Scam Emails You Need to Avoid</title><description><![CDATA[If you’re a regular on our blog, you know that we’re committed to keeping you informed about the latest scam trends to help you keep your privacy and data safe.

What you need to know: Scammers are working overtime to sneak into your inbox and steal your data or money, or gain access to your accounts. These fraudulent messages often look convincing, but they rely on common psychological tricks, like urgency, fear, or greed.

In collaboration with Bitdefender Antispam Lab researcher Viorel Zavoiu]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/scam-trends-of-the-week-7-real-scam-emails-you-need-to-avoid</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68233499a2cf20baf7a3a7be</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 12:16:41 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2025/05/Scam-Alert-Bitdefender.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[If you’re a regular on our blog, you know that we’re committed to keeping you informed about the latest scam trends to help you keep your privacy and data safe.

What you need to know: Scammers are working overtime to sneak into your inbox and steal your data or money, or gain access to your accounts. These fraudulent messages often look convincing, but they rely on common psychological tricks, like urgency, fear, or greed.

In collaboration with Bitdefender Antispam Lab researcher Viorel Zavoiu]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Scam Alert: Cybercriminals Exploit Death of Pope Francis to Target Small Business Owners with Fake Loan Programs</title><description><![CDATA[In a troubling new scam detected by Bitdefender Antispam Lab, cybercriminals are exploiting Pope Francis's recent passing to deceive small business owners. The phishing email campaign uses emotional manipulation and false promises of financial support to lure victims into their trap


The Scam Email: ‘A Legacy of Care and Hope’

The fraudulent email, sent under the subject line "A Legacy of Care and Hope," falsely claims to honor the memory of Pope Francis while promoting a non-existent "Vatican]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/scam-alert-cybercriminals-exploit-death-of-pope-francis-to-target-small-business-owners-with-fake-loan-programs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68109dae31ab620b7b6606c7</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Very Small Business]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:47:10 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2025/04/Scam-Alert-Cybercriminals-Exploit-Death-of-Pope-Francis-to-Target-Small-Business-Owners-with-Fake-Loan-Programs.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[In a troubling new scam detected by Bitdefender Antispam Lab, cybercriminals are exploiting Pope Francis's recent passing to deceive small business owners. The phishing email campaign uses emotional manipulation and false promises of financial support to lure victims into their trap


The Scam Email: ‘A Legacy of Care and Hope’

The fraudulent email, sent under the subject line "A Legacy of Care and Hope," falsely claims to honor the memory of Pope Francis while promoting a non-existent "Vatican]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Beware of SpaceX and Tesla Stock Giveaway Scams Flooding Inboxes</title><description><![CDATA[Note: All product and company names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and are the property of, and may be trademarks of, their respective owners.

Scams exploiting celebrity names and reputable brand imagery remain alarmingly effective, especially when they impersonate high-profile figures like Elon Musk, or tap into the latest SpaceX achievements or phony cryptocurrency giveaways to trick users into sharing personal or financial information.

Bitdefender’s Antispam Lab resea]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/beware-of-spacex-and-tesla-stock-giveaway-scams-flooding-inboxes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ea479a31ab620b7b65f618</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 08:09:23 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2025/03/Beware-of-SpaceX-and-Tesla-Stock-Giveaway-Scams-Flooding-Inboxes.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Note: All product and company names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and are the property of, and may be trademarks of, their respective owners.

Scams exploiting celebrity names and reputable brand imagery remain alarmingly effective, especially when they impersonate high-profile figures like Elon Musk, or tap into the latest SpaceX achievements or phony cryptocurrency giveaways to trick users into sharing personal or financial information.

Bitdefender’s Antispam Lab resea]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Beware of Christmas Scams Flooding Inboxes This Holiday Season</title><description><![CDATA[Scammers are busy targeting millions of inboxes worldwide with festive-themed emails aimed at stealing personal information, money and compromising devices under the guise of the holiday season.

Scams ranging from fake lotteries and retailer discounts to phishing campaigns impersonating financial institutions are flooding inboxes globally.

Bitdefender Antispam Lab has been tracking these fraudulent campaigns to ensure your safety during Christmas.

Note: All product and company names mentioned]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/beware-of-christmas-scams-flooding-inboxes-this-holiday-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">676295114faf4404e67b5085</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:16:15 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/12/Beware-of-Christmas-Scams-Flooding-Inboxes-This-Holiday-Season.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Scammers are busy targeting millions of inboxes worldwide with festive-themed emails aimed at stealing personal information, money and compromising devices under the guise of the holiday season.

Scams ranging from fake lotteries and retailer discounts to phishing campaigns impersonating financial institutions are flooding inboxes globally.

Bitdefender Antispam Lab has been tracking these fraudulent campaigns to ensure your safety during Christmas.

Note: All product and company names mentioned]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Black Friday Spam Report 2024: 3 in 4 Spam Emails Are Scams, Bitdefender Antispam Lab Warns</title><description><![CDATA[Did you think cybercriminals and scammers wait until the biggest shopping event of the year to strike? Think again.

Researchers at Bitdefender’s Antispam Lab team have been monitoring Black Friday-themed spam since October, and cybercriminals have wasted no time trying to capitalize on the frenzy. From phishing emails impersonating trusted brands to sophisticated malware campaigns, the holiday season has proven fertile ground for all kinds of fraudulent and malicious activity.

This article aim]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/black-friday-spam-report-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">673dbfba69d0f4053d05c4fc</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:50:45 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/11/Black-Friday-Spam-Report-2024-3-in-4-Spam-Emails-Are-Scams--Bitdefender-Antispam-Lab-Warns.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Did you think cybercriminals and scammers wait until the biggest shopping event of the year to strike? Think again.

Researchers at Bitdefender’s Antispam Lab team have been monitoring Black Friday-themed spam since October, and cybercriminals have wasted no time trying to capitalize on the frenzy. From phishing emails impersonating trusted brands to sophisticated malware campaigns, the holiday season has proven fertile ground for all kinds of fraudulent and malicious activity.

This article aim]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>A Haunting Spam Surge: Halloween-Themed Spam and Scams Flood Inboxes Worldwide, Bitdefender Antispam Lab Warns</title><description><![CDATA[All Hallows’ Eve is almost here, and cybercriminals have ramped up their bombardment of inboxes with Halloween-themed spam. This month, Bitdefender Antispam Labs researchers have seen an increase in unwanted emails, particularly those dressed up in seasonal costumes and malicious trick-or-treating.


The United States Still The Epicenter of Halloween Spam



Unsurprisingly, the US is the top source of Halloween-themed spam, accounting for a staggering 83% of all unsolicited emails. China and Ger]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/a-haunting-spam-surge-halloween-themed-spam-and-scams-flood-inboxes-worldwide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">671bc28f69d0f4053d05b367</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:16:59 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/10/31-oriz-EN.png" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[All Hallows’ Eve is almost here, and cybercriminals have ramped up their bombardment of inboxes with Halloween-themed spam. This month, Bitdefender Antispam Labs researchers have seen an increase in unwanted emails, particularly those dressed up in seasonal costumes and malicious trick-or-treating.


The United States Still The Epicenter of Halloween Spam



Unsurprisingly, the US is the top source of Halloween-themed spam, accounting for a staggering 83% of all unsolicited emails. China and Ger]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Half of Travel-Themed Spam Messages Worldwide Are Scams, Bitdefender Antispam Lab Warns</title><description><![CDATA[With expected spending of $2 trillion this year, global tourism is well on its way to recovery. This creates many opportunities for spamvertising campaigns and cybercriminals who exploit consumer behavior and travel trends for financial gain.

Spamvertising, or the process of sending unsolicited correspondence, is a growing concern for consumers. Messages range from irrelevant promotions and legitimate marketing lures to scams or other phishing attempts designed to extract personal and financial]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/half-of-travel-themed-spam-messages-worldwide-are-scams-bitdefender-antispam-lab-warns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd428045a04f10d14f5</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Industry News]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:08:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/07/Half-of-Travel-Themed-Spam-Messages-Worldwide-Are-Scams-1.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[With expected spending of $2 trillion this year, global tourism is well on its way to recovery. This creates many opportunities for spamvertising campaigns and cybercriminals who exploit consumer behavior and travel trends for financial gain.

Spamvertising, or the process of sending unsolicited correspondence, is a growing concern for consumers. Messages range from irrelevant promotions and legitimate marketing lures to scams or other phishing attempts designed to extract personal and financial]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bitdefender Antispam Lab Warns of Olympics-Themed Phishing Scams (Online Safety Guide Included)</title><description><![CDATA[The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris promise to be a thrilling spectacle. Athletes from around the globe will compete in a range of events that will bring together a massive international audience excited to tune in to the celebrations.

However, some are interested in more than just watching one of the most anticipated sporting competitions of the year. Significant events like the Olympics have become a prime target for scammers and cybercriminals who are set to exploit the excitement and attention ]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/bitdefender-antispam-lab-warns-of-olympics-themed-phishing-scams</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd428045a04f10d146b</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[How to]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/06/Bitdefender-Antispam-Lab-Warns-of-Olympics-Themed-Phishing-Scams.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris promise to be a thrilling spectacle. Athletes from around the globe will compete in a range of events that will bring together a massive international audience excited to tune in to the celebrations.

However, some are interested in more than just watching one of the most anticipated sporting competitions of the year. Significant events like the Olympics have become a prime target for scammers and cybercriminals who are set to exploit the excitement and attention ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Discord Is Still Used as Attack Vector – A Six Month Analysis of Malicious Links Intercepted by Chat Protection</title><description><![CDATA[Hackers often use Discord to push malware, share malicious links, and sometimes host dangerous files. Bitdefender Mobile Security gives its users the power to intercept malicious links and messages from Discord, so we took a closer look at what our Chat Protection technology caught in its net in the past six months.

Discord is one of the large platforms used to spread malware and other malicious campaigns, which is why Bitdefender added support for this platform in the Chat Protection technolog]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/discord-is-still-used-as-attack-vector-a-six-month-analysis-of-malicious-links-intercepted-by-chat-protection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d142b</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Threats]]></category><dc:creator>Silviu STAHIE</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 14:19:19 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/05/pattern-8164167_1920.png" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Hackers often use Discord to push malware, share malicious links, and sometimes host dangerous files. Bitdefender Mobile Security gives its users the power to intercept malicious links and messages from Discord, so we took a closer look at what our Chat Protection technology caught in its net in the past six months.

Discord is one of the large platforms used to spread malware and other malicious campaigns, which is why Bitdefender added support for this platform in the Chat Protection technolog]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Spam trends of the week: Crypto giveaways, false prophets, Fintech phishing scams and more hit user inboxes worldwide</title><description><![CDATA[Curious about the latest email scam trends targeting consumers worldwide? You’ve come to the right place.

Bitdefender Antispam lab researchers sift through billions of unsolicited and scam emails to update you on the most recent scams targeting your accounts, wallets and overall livelihood.

Here’s a list of this week’s top email scam picks, courtesy of our illustrious Bitdefender Antispam researcher Viorel Zavoiu:

Personal loans for Revolut users in France

The most recent scam campaign imper]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/spam-trends-of-the-week-crypto-giveaways-false-prophets-fintech-phishing-and-more-hit-user-inboxes-worldwide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d13a3</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 12:45:39 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/04/Spam-trends-of-the-week-Crypto-giveaways--false-prophets--Fintech-phishing-scams-and-more-hit-user-inboxes-worldwide.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Curious about the latest email scam trends targeting consumers worldwide? You’ve come to the right place.

Bitdefender Antispam lab researchers sift through billions of unsolicited and scam emails to update you on the most recent scams targeting your accounts, wallets and overall livelihood.

Here’s a list of this week’s top email scam picks, courtesy of our illustrious Bitdefender Antispam researcher Viorel Zavoiu:

Personal loans for Revolut users in France

The most recent scam campaign imper]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bitdefender Antispam Lab warns of tax season scams in the United States</title><description><![CDATA[Tax season always brings an increased risk of fraud for both tax professionals and individuals. Any taxpayer could be a target of cybercrooks who use a variety of tactics, including email and phone, to trick users into handing over credentials, PINs, and other sensitive information.

Did you know?

In 2023, the IRS received 294,138 complaints of tax-related identity theft from taxpayers. Victims had to wait an average of 19 months for the agency to process and send their refunds.

Some of the mo]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/bitdefender-antispam-lab-warns-of-tax-season-scams-in-the-united-states</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d132e</guid><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:44:18 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/03/tax-season-scams.png" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Tax season always brings an increased risk of fraud for both tax professionals and individuals. Any taxpayer could be a target of cybercrooks who use a variety of tactics, including email and phone, to trick users into handing over credentials, PINs, and other sensitive information.

Did you know?

In 2023, the IRS received 294,138 complaints of tax-related identity theft from taxpayers. Victims had to wait an average of 19 months for the agency to process and send their refunds.

Some of the mo]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Spam trends of the week: Scammers phish for crypto wallet and social media credentials</title><description><![CDATA[Scams come in many shapes and sizes. Some reach recipients via phone, social media or text, while others seek victims via traditional email.

Cybercriminals can do a lot of damage once they get their greedy hands on your email addresses, including targeting you with sophisticated phishing emails.

In this month’s first “spam trends of the week” episode, we attempt to delve into the email-based scams that threaten your privacy, identity and digital assets.

Here’s our take on some scam trends you]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/spam-trends-of-the-week-scammers-phish-for-crypto-wallet-and-social-media-credentials</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d12f0</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Threats]]></category><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:44:47 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/03/Scammers-phish-for-crypto-wallet-and-social-media-credentials.png" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Scams come in many shapes and sizes. Some reach recipients via phone, social media or text, while others seek victims via traditional email.

Cybercriminals can do a lot of damage once they get their greedy hands on your email addresses, including targeting you with sophisticated phishing emails.

In this month’s first “spam trends of the week” episode, we attempt to delve into the email-based scams that threaten your privacy, identity and digital assets.

Here’s our take on some scam trends you]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Spam trends of the week: Bitdefender Labs shares this week's email threats that put your financial security and digital lives at risk</title><description><![CDATA[We receive and interact with email spam every day. While some of these unsolicited emails are minor annoyances that don’t necessarily disrupt our daily activities, some are malicious, with potentially devasting impact on our well-being and finances.

We all believe we are savvy enough to distinguish between the plain old marketing email and notification platforms frequently delivered to customers. However, given the slew of unsolicited messages and the ever-changing tactics of cybercrooks, many ]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/spam-trends-of-the-week-bitdefender-labs-shares-this-weeks-email-threats-that-put-your-financial-security-and-digital-lives-at-risk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d12b1</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><category><![CDATA[Scam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:32:54 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/02/spam-trends-of-the-week--2-.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[We receive and interact with email spam every day. While some of these unsolicited emails are minor annoyances that don’t necessarily disrupt our daily activities, some are malicious, with potentially devasting impact on our well-being and finances.

We all believe we are savvy enough to distinguish between the plain old marketing email and notification platforms frequently delivered to customers. However, given the slew of unsolicited messages and the ever-changing tactics of cybercrooks, many ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>1 in 4 Valentine’s Day spam emails are scams, Bitdefender Antispam Lab warns</title><description><![CDATA[Some people look for love, and others for a hefty paycheck during the Season of Love. Valentine’s Day is just a stick’s throw away and it gives scammers a perfect opportunity to get close to unwary victims to steal money and personal information.

We all know that Valentine’s Day is a key event in the e-commerce calendar, with consumer spending estimated at over $25 billion, according to the US National Retail Federation.

While Valentine’s Day is still a couple of days away, Bitdefender Antispa]]></description><link>https://www.bitdefender.com/en-au/blog/hotforsecurity/1-in-4-valentines-day-spam-emails-are-scams-bitdefender-antispam-lab-warns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f50fd328045a04f10d129c</guid><category><![CDATA[Spam]]></category><dc:creator>Alina BÎZGĂ</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:38:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content url="https://blogapp.bitdefender.com/hotforsecurity/content/images/2024/02/heart-3698156_1920--1-.jpg" medium="image"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[Some people look for love, and others for a hefty paycheck during the Season of Love. Valentine’s Day is just a stick’s throw away and it gives scammers a perfect opportunity to get close to unwary victims to steal money and personal information.

We all know that Valentine’s Day is a key event in the e-commerce calendar, with consumer spending estimated at over $25 billion, according to the US National Retail Federation.

While Valentine’s Day is still a couple of days away, Bitdefender Antispa]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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