With the approach of the holidays and upcoming tax season, the IRS, state tax agencies and the nation’s tax industry are launching their third annual Tax Security Awareness Week, Dec. 3–7.
The week will feature daily security topics, more than 25 events nationwide and the launch of a new Twitter handle, @IRSTaxSecurity. A free public webinar will also be offered on how identity thieves use the Dark Web.
The campaign will highlight simple steps taxpayers can take such as using strong security software and strong passwords. It will also highlight common tactics used by identity thieves to target taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals.