Beryl aftermath sparks rise in cyber-crime activity, warns analyst

TLDR:

• Cyber-crimes on the rise post-Hurricane Beryl, targeting vulnerable victims
• Scammers impersonating government and charitable organizations through text messages and email

As Southeast Texans continue to recover from Hurricane Beryl, cyber security analyst Raenesia Jones warns of an increase in cyber-crimes targeting vulnerable victims. Scammers are using text messages and email to impersonate government or charitable organizations, seeking personal data such as social security numbers and financial information. By being vigilant and checking for red flags like suspicious URLs and typos, individuals can protect themselves from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.

In the aftermath of natural disasters, it is crucial for individuals to remain aware of potential cyber threats and to verify the legitimacy of any communications they receive, especially when it comes to financial or personal information.