Security experts from Cyberspace warn the coming few weeks could see a flood of scams swarming people's inboxes because scammers are using the Christmas season to profit from the soaring volume of online shopping as well as potential bargains, according to Metro.

This is why it's crucial for users of email to be more vigilant over the next weeks, as there are more chances than ever before for scam emails or fake offers. Most often, this can lead to the theft of personal information or even malware that allows fraudsters access to other people's devices.

"With another 10-million online threat to be expected to be posed Christmas Day and New Year's Day and New Year's Day, it's never more crucial to keep an uncritical eye on any deals during the holidays or unanticipated orders and delivery announcements," said Vonny Gamot the Head of EMEA at McAfee.

"Even even if an email or text appears to be authentic, it's best to directly go to the source, whether that's an eCommerce retailer, or a delivery service."

How can you protect yourself from Phishing scams

Online deals that are fake are frequent risks to be aware of If a deal appears too good to be real, be cautious. If you've received an offer from a specific firm, go directly to the retailer using search engines and see whether you can find the exact offer. If not, you could be viewing a fake website.

Other scams that are common include fake delivery notifications. Be aware of the delivery date and time and remember that you shouldn't think of paying to book another delivery time from reputable couriers, so be cautious of entering your payment information when you are asked to do so.

"Many scams work due to the fact that scammers create a false feeling of urgency or feeds on an emotional high," continued Ms Gamot. "Pause before you rush to engage with any message that threatens or is urgent particularly if it comes from a shady or unreliable sender."