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Christmas 2016 Top 11 Scams of the Year: Better Business Bureau

Source: patch.com - Dec 16, 2016

Credit and debit card chips have reduced fraud at traditional retailers, so scammers have moved online, plus other common holiday scams.

The Better Business Bureau is keeping a list, and it’s reserved for those who have been naughty and should get a lump of coal for Christmas this year.

They range from standard attempts to steal your identity through online purchases — the advent of credit and debit card chip readers has cut down on fraud at retailers, but has moved the activity online — to malware-infected e-cards to fake websites and shipping notifications.
Here, from the BBB, are the top holiday scams of the year:

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Category: General Business

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