Phishing Continues to Lead Reported Fraud Volumes

What we are seeing

Phishing and its variants remain the most commonly reported fraud pattern. Reporting bodies consistently list email and text-based deception at the top of their complaint volumes.

Why it matters

Because the pattern is cheap to repeat, campaigns adapt quickly to whatever story is timely: parcel deliveries, tax deadlines, and account alerts. The defensive response does not change: verify through a channel you chose yourself.

Defensive takeaway

• Treat unexpected messages that request a sign-in or payment as hostile until verified.
• Use two-factor authentication and a password manager.
• Report suspected messages so others can be warned.