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Holiday cyber scams are getting more inventive

By Jenna McLaughlin
Published November 28, 2025 at 3:21 PM CST

Hackers are hoping to take advantage of the holiday season, and they're not just stealing money or data.

Copyright 2025 NPR
Jenna McLaughlin
Jenna McLaughlin is NPR's cybersecurity correspondent, focusing on the intersection of national security and technology.
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