Here’s how it works:Cybercriminals steal people’s data from tax professionals, including routing and bank account numbers. In another version of this racket, a taxpayer gets a menacing recorded telephone message about the deposited refund. But if you do find that you’ve fallen for a tax scam, read the IRS’ “Taxpayer Guide to Identity Theft” at irs.gov. If you’re still putting together your tax return, as I am, it’s one way to monitor your tax records. When it comes to your tax return, just be careful out there.

Source: Washington Post February 22, 2018 22:07 UTC