Taxing times: Top IRS scams to look out for in 2026

February 10, 2026 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM

It’s time to file your tax return. And cybercriminals are lurking to make an already stressful period even more edgy.

Key Takeaways

ESET listed the top IRS scams to look out for in 2026, timed to tax filing season.
Cybercriminals exploit the stressful tax filing period with phishing emails and IRS impersonation scams aimed at taxpayers.
Taxpayers should verify IRS communications through official channels and never share sensitive data on demand.