Fake party invitation scam can hijack your computer

You sit down at your computer to clear out your inbox. Then you spot a party invitation from someone you recognize. Maybe it appears to come from a friend. Perhaps the sender belongs to a group you know. Either way, the familiar name makes the message feel safe enough to open.

Inside, everything looks cheerful. There is an envelope graphic, a friendly note and what appears to be an invitation for a wedding or retirement party. However, you cannot see the event details yet. The message tells...