COLUMBIA, S.C. — Personal data breaches are certainly common in this cyber world we use everyday. And, as the tax filing deadline approaches, it's especially a concern for those who use use online software to file those taxes.
A recent study by PCMag found about a third of all South Carolina taxpayers worry their personal data could be breached.
Here's a look at some of the other statistics the study found:
-35% of South Carolinians use an online tax software program and that's a place where cybersecurity scammers can compromise your information
-39% of South Carolinians worry about the government shutdown impacting the filing of taxes and receiving a refund
According to Max Eddy, security analyst for PCMag, "filing your taxes is about money, which is a prime motivator that can be exploited by scammers."
To help protect your information, experts say consumers should choose a reputable tax software, install an anti-virus program, use a virtual private network (VPN) and always be on the lookout for scam emails and links.
