VideoUnwrapping Christmas scams -| Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 9)========================================================================ESET’s Jake Moore reveals why the holiday season is a prime time for scams, how fraudsters prey on victims, and how AI is supercharging online fraud [](/en/our-experts/editor/ ‘Editor’) [**Editor**](/en/our-experts/editor/ ‘Editor’)19 Dec 2024 The holidays are here, bringing joy, a well-earned rest… and unfortunately, a surge in online scams. In this episode of Unlocked 403, [Becks](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/our-experts/alzbeta-kovalova/) is joined by ESET Global Security Advisor [Jake Moore](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/our-experts/jake-moore/) to explore how cybercriminals exploit the festive spirit to deceive unsuspecting victims.From [fake shopping deals](https://www.welivesecurity.com/2021/11/25/triangle-holiday-shopping-scams-social-media-supply-chain-woes/) to [social media traps](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/hijacked-hacked-youtube-channels-scams-malware/), this episode breaks down the most common [scams doing the rounds during the holiday season](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/scams-look-out-for-holiday-season/). Becks and Jake also shine a light on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming online fraud tactics and how scammers harness its power to make their ploys more convincing than ever.Known for his trademark hacking experiments (described, for example, [here](https://www.welivesecurity.com/2021/12/09/snaphack-watch-out-those-who-can-hack-anyones-snapchat/), [here](https://www.welivesecurity.com/2022/01/24/how-i-hacked-my-friends-paypal-account/), and [here](https://www.welivesecurity.com/2022/12/05/tractors-threat-actors-how-hack-farm/)), Jake also shares his personal experiences, along with actionable tips to help you stay one step ahead of scammers. From avoiding ‘Secret Sister’ scams to recognizing the [rise of AI-driven threats](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybercrime/the-grand-theft-of-jake-moores-voice-the-concept-of-a-virtual-kidnap/), this episode aims to arm you with the knowledge to protect your money and data not just during the most wonderful time of the year.Happy holidays!Connect with us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/eset), [X](https://x.com/ESET), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/eset/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/eset/). *** ** * ** ***Let us keep youup to date—————————–Sign up for our newsletters Ukraine Crisis newsletter Regular weekly newsletter Subscribe #### Related Articles*** ** * ** ***[VideoESET Threat Report H2 2024: Key findingsVideoESET Threat Report H2 2024: Key findings](/en/videos/eset-threat-report-h2-2024-key-findings/ ‘ESET Threat Report H2 2024: Key findings’) *** ** * ** ***[Video, Business SecurityHow cyber-secure is your business? -| Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)Video, Business SecurityHow cyber-secure is your business? -| Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)](/en/videos/cyber-secure-business-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-8/ ‘How cyber-secure is your business? | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 8)’) *** ** * ** ***[VideoMonth in security with Tony Anscombe — November 2024 editionVideoMonth in security with Tony Anscombe — November 2024 edition](/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-november-2024-edition/ ‘Month in security with Tony Anscombe – November 2024 edition’) ### Similar Articles[Digital SecurityTraveling for the holidays? Stay cyber-safe with these tips](/2022/12/15/traveling-holidays-stay-cyber-safe-tips/ ‘Traveling for the holidays? Stay cyber-safe with these tips’)*** ** * ** ***[How ToKnow your payment options: How to shop and pay safely this holiday season](/2022/11/25/know-payment-options-how-shop-pay-safely-holiday-season/ ‘Know your payment options: How to shop and pay safely this holiday season’)*** ** * ** ***[Kids OnlineThis holiday season, give your children the gift of cybersecurity awareness](/2021/12/22/holiday-season-give-children-gift-cybersecurity-awareness/ ‘This holiday season, give your children the gift of cybersecurity awareness’)*** ** * ** ***### Share Article[](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/christmas-scams-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-9/ ‘Facebook’) [](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/christmas-scams-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-9/ ‘LinkedIn’) [](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/christmas-scams-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-9/ ‘Twitter’) [](mailto:?&subject=I wanted you to see this site&body=https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/christmas-scams-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-9/ ‘mail’) [](https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/christmas-scams-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-ep-9/ ‘copy’)  ### Discussion
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