The Business Owner's IT Podcast Ep. 73 - FBI Warns: Holiday Scams Are On The Rise

Описание: The holidays are the most dangerous time of year for small businesses, and hackers know it.

In this episode of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast, hosts Tony Gerasch and Ryan Carter break down the real-world scams targeting business owners right now, including FBI holiday warnings, phishing emails, fake government notices, credit card skimmers, and why cybercriminals intentionally “detonate” attacks during Christmas and New Year’s when companies are least prepared.

If you’re a business owner or a Tech Champion who wants to protect your money, your identity, and your systems, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss.

🚨 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

Why email is still the #1 delivery method for scams.
How attackers impersonate Amazon, IRS, Social Security, and even local governments.
The truth about credit card skimmers and why swiping is no longer safe.
How gift card scams really work, and how thieves drain your balance instantly.
Why hackers wait 200+ days inside networks before launching attacks.
What to do when you receive suspicious emails, and what not to click.
How tools like Barracuda Incident Response can remove threats from every inbox in seconds.

🛡️ Key Security Tips for Business Owners:

✔️ Never click links in suspicious emails.
✔️ Always visit websites directly to verify issues.
✔️ Avoid swiping magnetic strip cards; use tap or chip only.
✔️ Inspect card readers at gas stations and terminals.
✔️ Pick up packages quickly to avoid porch pirates.
✔️ Train your employees. Phishing is still the easiest way in.

Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue; it’s a business survival strategy.

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⏰ Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to The Business Owner’s IT Podcast
00:25 – FBI Holiday Scam Warnings Explained
00:46 – Why Email Is Still the #1 Scam Delivery Method
01:20 – Fake Amazon Order Phishing Examples
02:19 – Why You Should Never Click Email Links
02:21 – Government Email Scams: IRS, Social Security & Municipalities
03:21 – How to Verify If an Email Is Legit
04:28 – What To Do When You’re Unsure About an Email
05:17 – Credit Card Skimmers Are Everywhere
05:45 – How Card Skimmers Steal Your Data
06:42 – Gas Station Skimmer Warning Signs
07:00 – Why You Should Stop Swiping Cards
07:06 – The Truth About Gift Card Scams
08:09 – Why Stores Changed Gift Card Packaging
08:47 – Porch Pirates & Package Theft
09:36 – Why Criminals Don’t Fear Ring Cameras
09:58 – Credential Stealing & 2FA Hijacking
10:33 – Why Hackers Detonate During Holidays
11:07 – Phishing Training Is Your Best Defense
11:36 – Barracuda Incident Response Tool Explained
12:29 – Real-World ConnectBooster Email Incident
12:57 – Final Tips for Business Owners This Holiday Season
13:05 – Closing Thoughts & Next Episode Preview

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