Tax season scams 2026: Fake IRS messages stealing identities

Feb-18-2026, 15:02:17 GMT–FOX News

Cybercriminals buy personal data from brokers to personalize tax scams with fake IRS messages, making fraudulent emails feel legitimate for identity theft.

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