(The Center Square) – Colorado residents lost a record high $24 million to personal data scams in 2024, according to a data forensics firm.

That was four times the amount lost in 2023, which totaled $6 million. It is also the highest reported loss since the FBI began keeping records in 2016.

CNC Intelligence, a digital forensics firm that released the report, is warning consumers to be especially cautious around the holidays.

Matthew Stern, CEO of CNC Intelligence, told The Center Square everyone is susceptible to scams.

“I have seen people from all walks of life become victims – we are all suitable targets for cybercriminals,” Stern said. “The people I speak with are often professionals, retirees or small business owners who are embarrassed they were fooled. But these scams are design

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