What are file request and attachment scams?
Some email and instant message scams try to get you to download files to your computer. The files/attachments often contain viruses that may cause your computer to run incorrectly or send out your password so that someone else can access your account. The files may be presented as a picture, a game, or an electronic greeting. The best policy to keep your computer safe is to never open or accept any file unless it is an expected file from someone you know.
