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Secret Service says hackers are exploiting coronavirus fears in phishing email scams

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The U.S. Secret Service says scammers are now exploiting concerns about the coronavirus outbreak to target unsuspecting victims. The FDA and Federal Trade Commission also issued warning letters to 7 companies for selling fraudulent products claiming to treat or prevent coronavirus. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson looks at how consumers can protect themselves.

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