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Due to increased international tensions, the public is advised to be vigilant about the heightened potential for cyberattacks, which are attempts to gain illegal access to a computer or computer system for the purpose of causing damage or harm. Cybercrimes are crimes committed through the Internet or using computer devices. These crimes almost always intersect with the postal system. That\u2019s why the Postal Inspection Service is committed to protecting the public from criminals who steal digital information for financial gain, revenge, or even political advantage.<\/p>\n
Cyberthreat actors are aggressively attempting to steal sensitive information, including Personal Identifying Information (PII) and financial information. This is often achieved by acquiring a victim\u2019s personal details, such as names of friends, hometown, employer, locations they frequent and recent online purchases. Attackers then use that information to disguise themselves as a trustworthy source, typically through email or other online messaging. Read more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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