Amazon Prime Day Phishing Surge Warned: 727 Fake Domains Registered
Cybercriminals are exploiting Amazon's Prime Day event to launch a wave of phishing attacks. Check Point Research has warned of a surge in malicious domains and fake emails targeting shoppers, with 727 new Amazon-related domains registered in the first three weeks of September 2025 alone.
The security firm reports a significant increase in phishing campaigns around Amazon Prime Day 2025, set for October 7-8. Cybercriminals are creating deceptively authentic websites to trick users into entering sensitive information like passwords or credit card details. Phishing emails or messages, often disguised as notifications from Amazon, are sent just before Prime Day to direct users to fake websites or spread malware.
Current phishing scams include fake notifications about suspended Prime memberships and unauthorized payment alerts in Portuguese-language emails. Check Point advises companies to shift towards proactive prevention to reduce the risk of attacks exploiting popular events like Prime Day. Companies should also take precautions to protect employees shopping online, using a multi-layered security approach to detect and block phishing attacks early. To protect against phishing, users should be cautious with emails around Prime Day, verify domain names, avoid opening suspicious links or attachments, use multi-factor authentication, and keep security software up-to-date.
With the rise in phishing attacks around Amazon Prime Day, users and companies must remain vigilant. By taking proactive measures and staying informed, we can mitigate the risk of falling victim to these cyber scams.
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