Email scammers increasingly target lawyers by impersonating real attorneys in sophisticated fraud attempts. Brent Arnold explains that smaller firms are especially vulnerable due to limited cybersecurity resources. Attackers often create convincing fake emails using publicly available information and exploit the trust that clients place in their legal advisors. Brent emphasizes that these scams are difficult to detect because attackers can even hijack legitimate email accounts to send fraudulent messages.
To protect against such scams, Brent advises lawyers and firms to educate clients about the common tactics fraudsters use and to implement strong cybersecurity practices. He also recommends responding promptly to clients who raise concerns and warning others through notices when scams are discovered. His insights underscore that awareness and proactive measures are critical, as these attacks often go unnoticed until a client flags suspicious communication.
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