Don't click on email scams posing as Costco and Walmart

The Office of the Attorney General of the state of Washington is advising consumers to keep an eye out for post-holiday email scams carrying malicious malware disguised as a link to a helpful “change of address” form. Malware is software used to disrupt computer operation and gather sensitive information.

Washington consumers have reported receiving emails containing names and logos of legitimate companies such as Costco and Walmart, notifying the recipient that their “order has been cancelled.” Scams that use names and logos of trusted businesses are a favorite of con artists.

The emails impl...