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Taxing times: Top IRS scams to look out for in 2026

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Taxing times: Top IRS scams to look out for in 2026

Cybercriminals exploit the tax filing season to target individuals through various scams. The article warns of increased threat activity during the 2026 tax period when people are filing returns.

Why it matters: Individuals and tax professionals face elevated social engineering and credential theft risks during tax season; practitioners should alert end users and monitor for phishing targeting tax-related data and credentials.

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