New Social Security Scam Emails Use Fake Tax Documents to Hijack PCs

A widespread scam impersonating the Social Security Administration is sending urgent-looking emails with a fake PDF (e.g., “Social_security_statements_2025.pdf”) that abuses Datto RMM to install a Remote Access Trojan; LifeLock observed the campaign targeting thousands across the U.S., allowing attackers to take full control of devices and steal sensitive information. Users are advised to verify sender domains and avoid clicking links or downloading software to view supposed government documents.