The retail giant is advising consumers of what to be aware of while shopping during the holiday weekend.
Amazon is warning consumers about potential scams to be aware of ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday shopping weekend. The retail giant is advising 300 million active Amazon users that cybercriminals may attempt to access their personal information.
RELATED: Amazon is refunding customers for purchases made years agoIn a Nov. 24 email from Amazon obtained by Forbes, the company said cybercriminals are targeting Amazon users by reaching out to try and get "access to sensitive information like personal or financial information, or Amazon account details."RELATED: Amazon app store to shut down on Androids Aug. 20. What it means for usersAmazon in their email also advised consumers of the type of scam attacks cybercriminals may attempt, which are listed below:Amazon also offers helpful steps consumers can take to protect themselves from scams: Amazon advises that impersonation scams can happen when a scammer pretends to be a trusted organization or individual to steal an unsuspecting consumer's money or personal information. According to the company, these scams can be carried out in a myriad ways, including by phone, email, text, or even by messaging you on social media. The scammer's objective is to influence the person to make a payment, share their personal information, or give them access to your computer. Amazon says on its website that there are certain red flags to watch for in these scams:Amazon also provides guidance on reporting scams and identifying scams on its website.Customers can report suspicious communication to Amazon at reportascam@amazon.com. The company explains on its website that sending the suspicious communication as an attachment is the best way for us to track it.The company noted that Amazon users can also report suspicious phone calls or SMS/text messages to the Federal Trade Commission , by visiting https://reportfraud.ftc.gov Amazon users with security concerns about their account can review the Protect Your System Help page. And to report suspicions of a product, seller, or other activity, go to Report Suspicious Activity.
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