Scammers have found a new target for their money-making schemes: vulnerable people looking to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Look Out for These Scams When Signing Up for a COVID Vaccine
Scam artists continue to take advantage of the pandemic to steal sensitive personal data and this time, they've set their sights on people seeking vaccine information. In fact, scammers are behind many of the more than 2,600 newly registered domain names promoting COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what you need to know to stay safe online.
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