CEO Scams: How to Identify, Avoid, and Protect Your Business

CEO scam is a form of attack in which cybercriminals pose as a company’s top executive to trick employees into sharing sensitive data or making unauthorized payments. Scammers know that a message from someone high up can push employees to act fast without questioning it. They often create a sense of urgency to trap employees into making a rushed decision.

How CEO Fraud Works

The FBI often calls this scam “Business Email Compromise” (BEC), as fraudsters typically use compromised or spoofed b