Behind the Bargains: Why Phishing Peaks on Black Friday

This report warns that Black Friday/Cyber Monday create ideal conditions for phishing, as high promotional email volume, shopper urgency, account sprawl, and mobile browsing let malicious emails blend into the noise. It highlights common lures—fake order confirmations, shipping alerts, unbelievable deals, and account security notices—and recommends going directly to retailer sites, scrutinizing senders, enabling MFA, avoiding unexpected attachments, and pausing before responding to high-pressure messages.