This guide explains brushing scams, where individuals receive unsolicited packages used by sellers to create fake reviews, while indicating that personal information may have been compromised. It highlights emerging risks such as QR codes included in packages that can trigger malware downloads if scanned. The guide outlines key actions including notifying retailers, securing online accounts, enabling multi-factor authentication, and avoiding scanning unknown codes. It also advises limiting personal data sharing and only using secure websites. Overall, it emphasizes awareness and immediate action to prevent further exploitation, protect personal data, and reduce the risk of additional cyberattacks.

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