https://www.symantec.com/connect/blogs/malware-and-spam-groups-exploit-us-election-fever

 

Malware and spam groups exploit US election fever

 

As the presidential election draws near, the level of malware and spam activity attempting to capitalize on interest in the campaigns of Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton has risen.

 

Over the past month, Symantec has blocked almost 8 million spam emails relating to the US presidential election. The volume of spam has increased steadily during that period, reflecting rising interest in the election as the November 8 polling day draws near.

The trend reflects one of the tactics most commonly used by spam groups. Emails concerning current events are more likely to get the attention of recipients, so are more likely to be opened.

 

Figure 1. US election spam volume by day

 

 

 

 

 

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