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Drowning in spam or scam emails? Here’s probably why

January 27, 2026 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM

Has your inbox recently been deluged with unwanted and even outright malicious messages? Here are 10 possible reasons – and how to stem the tide.

Key Takeaways

  • ESET outlined ten possible reasons an inbox may be deluged with spam or scam emails.
  • The article explains why unwanted and malicious messages increase and how to stem the tide.
  • Users should investigate the cause of spam surges and harden email security settings to stem the tide.
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