Phishing is a type of internet fraud designed to trick the recipient into giving up confidential information such as bank account numbers, passwords, user ID’s or Social Security numbers. The word “Phishing” comes from the idea that these con artists send out the email message as the “bait” to a sea of internet users. The email are usually spam and contain a link to logs-on to a Domain Address, (URL), that address is directed to a fake Spoof websites. Phishing website that will look and feel like the genuine website. Do not click on such links.
Identity theft. Your identity and personal information are valuable. Criminals can find out your personal details and use them to open bank accounts and get credit cards, loans, state benefits and documents such as passports and driving licenses in your name.
An Australian man under investigation for illegal spamming sent more than 2 billion e-mails promoting Viagra in a year, an official said.
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A Typical Scam email:- Dear Future Employee. We have received your contact information from employment agency. My name is (A Made up Name), project coordinator and your direct supervisor at (A Made up Business). Please read the information below about our company and your job description. (A Made up Business) is leader in wholesale produce distribution is looking for responsible individuals to be responsible for the areas of shipping operations, customer service, transaction and bank operations. Current openings: (Employment Position) You will receive transfers for our company, send/receive funds. * You should have your local bank branch locating near you, so you can withdraw money from your account within several hours. You should have home, work or cell phone number (preferably), so we can contact you immediately. Requirements: * Be able to check your email several times a day * Be able to respond to emails immediately * Be able to work overtime if needed * Be responsible and hard working If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum requirements please visit and register here: (A Phishing website, Do NOT click on this link) *** Most such scam email state something like this. They will ask for you Bank Account details to Transfer the money. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Transfer the money! This will be done... Straight out your account in to theirs. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
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Partner Needed. ATTN:FRIEND, My name is (Fake Name) , with due respect and humility I Write this proposal which I believe would be of great interest and benefit to you. The kind of the relationship and the confidential nature makes it imperative for me to contact you directly by email. A German, Late Estate (Fake Name), a majority stake holder in (Fake Name) ,until his death years ago in 25th July,2000 CONCORDE plane clash [Flight AF4590] (May have a link to a genuine event) There is a fixed deposit of us $48,000,000.00, Fourty Eight Million United States Dollars*, made in a (Maybe genuine bank) since 1998 which is eight years now and since then no claim or withdrawal have been made on that deposit. Fortunately, I have been the person in charge of this deposit from the day of deposit to date. The interesting part of it is that the fixed deposit belongs to this Late Estate Magnate , this account has no next of kin ,no surviving family member or no one even aware of the existence of the deposit. This great late (Fake Name) died without a written or oral 'WILL' attached to the account with respect to his investment in (Fake Name) Company. It is because of the perceived possibility of not being able to locate any of his next of kin . Rapidly, I took the precaution of converting this funds worth US$48,000,000.00 Dollars* to the [open secure progamme] and deposited it with OPEN BENEFICARY- which allows anybody or person that has accurate information to the deposit can lay claim to it. All the deposit charges so far has been met and the date of collection (expiry) has passed as I have not got the right choice of partner for this transaction. As a proposed partner i must confided in you immensely ,therefore to use my position to move this money outside (Fake place) through dedicated bank in Europe to your designated account with consolidated arrangement. It can be transferred to your custody if you are willing and assure me of your ability to handle such a sum and honesty that I will not be cheated out when the money comes into your account. For a long while I waited for a conducive environment to present a willing partner for mutual benefits. A good Opportunity now exists for me to present you as a legal recipient off this money, If you can assure me of your ability and sincerity, I am willing to let you keep 25%*** of this fund for your assistance and 5% will also refund all expenses may be incured in the course of this transaction. I will also want to invest my own share in your country based on your advice for a reasonable length of time. I must assure you that this transaction is entirely risk free. All logistics are in place and all modalities worked out for the smooth conclusion of the transaction within ten to fourteen days of commencement after receipt of the following information: Your full name/ address, your details & activities, telephone & fax numbers**. These information will enable me make the applications and lodge claims to the concerned Bank & agencies in favour of you and we will make a legally binding agreement which will bind both parties involved, this is to safe guard our mutual interest. Sincerely, (Fake name). *** Usually implies a large amount. *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
A Typical Scam email:- Are you a spammer? (I found your email on a spammer website!?!)
*** Virus attached to email. |
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CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA INTERNATIONAL REMITTANCE DEPARTMENT *** Usually implies a large amount. *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but be Faked email. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
A Typical Scam email:-
The click here actually links to a Phishing
Site which may have numbers in the hidden URL for example : - *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
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A Typical Scam email:-
Dear Friend, *** Tries to play upon your compassion and kindness while promising you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
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A Typical Scam email:- URGENT BUSINESS PROPOSAL Dear sir/madam I am a member of Independent Committee of Eminent Persons (ICEP) Switzerland. ICEP is charged with the responsibility of finding bank accounts in Switzerland belonging to non-Swiss indigenes which have remained dormant since World War II. It may interest you to know that in July of 1997 the Swiss Banker's Association published a list of dormant accounts originally opened by non-Swiss citizens. These accounts had been dormant since the end of World War II (May 9 1945). Most belonged to Holocaust victims. The continuing efforts of the Independent Committee of Eminent Persons (ICEP) have since resulted in the discovery of additional dormant accounts - 54,000 in December 1999. The published lists contain all types of dormant accounts including interest-bearing savings accounts securities accounts safe deposit boxes custody accounts and non-interest-bearing transaction accounts. Numbered accounts are also included. Interest is paid on accounts that were interest bearing when established. The Claims Resolution Tribunal (CRT) handles processing of all claims on accounts due non-Swiss citizens. A dormant account of ORDNER ADELE with a credit balance of 20,000,000 US dollar plus accumulated interest was discovered by me. The beneficiary was murdered during the holocaust era leaving no WILL and no possible records for trace of heirs. The Claims Resolution Tribunal has been mandated to report all unclaimed funds for permanent closure of accounts and transfer of existing credit balance into the treasury of Switzerland government as provided by the law for management of assets of deceased beneficiaries who died interstate (living no wills). Being a top executive at ICEP I have all secret details and necessary contacts for claim of the funds without any hitch. the funds will be banked in cayman island being safe haven for funds and we can share the funds and use in investment of our choice. Due to the sensitive nature of my job. I need a foreigner to HELP claim the funds. All that is required is for you to provide me with your details for processing of the necessary legal and administrative claim documents for transfer of the funds to you. Kindly provide me with your full name address date of birth and telephone/fax. We will pay all required fees to ensure that the fund is transferred to a secure numbered account in your name in the Netherlands of which you will be capable of accessing the funds gradually and transferring to your country and other banks of choice in the world. My share will be 60 percent and your share is 40 per cent of the total amount. THERE IS NO RISK INVOLVED. You can find additional information about unclaimed funds through the internet at the following websites: Fake URL's I find myself
priviledged to have this information and this may be a great opportunity
for a life time of success without risks. Thank you for your prompt
response. You can write me in German if you wish Your´s Sincerely
kellydavid. Please reply me under the following adress scam@email.com
PS *** Tries to play upon your compassion and kindness while promising you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Stating THERE IS NO RISK INVOLVED is a LIE *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. |
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A Typical PayPal Scam email:-
Dear PayPal member : Our comprehensive fraud-prevention program is one of the key reasons PayPal is a safe way to pay online. We believe that innovation and careful analysis is the way to beat fraud. That’s why PayPal has developed industry-leading models to review every transaction—and help detect suspicious activity. Our Fraud Investigation Team has recently detect suspicious activity in your PayPal account. In order to continue to operate the PayPal service
and to reduce the risk of fraud To do so please follow the link below. http://www.paal.com/us/cgi-bin/webcr?cmd=_contact-neral We believe that innovation and careful analysis is the way to beat fraud. That’s why PayPal has developed industry-leading models to review every transaction—and help detect suspicious activity. Our Fraud Investigation Team is dedicated to creating a safe PayPal community. If we suspect fraud in your account, we’ll contact you immediately.
The click here actually links to a Phishing
Site which may have numbers in the hidden URL for example : - *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS OR IMAGES, OR REPLY TO EMAILS View the PayPal Support Club. Review and helpful links, coding examples, warnings, other shopping cart links, etc. PayPal is a on-link banking system that allows website owners to integrate shopping cart technology into their site. Find out more, includes links to helpful site about PayPal shopping cart technology. |
The click here actually links to a Phishing
Site which may have numbers in the hidden URL for example : - *** PayPal may offer such a genuine service but this could be a Phishing email. *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a PRIZE . YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS OR IMAGES, OR REPLY TO EMAILS View the PayPal Support Club. Review and helpful links, coding examples, warnings, other shopping cart links, etc. PayPal is a on-link banking system that allows website owners to integrate shopping cart technology into their site. Find out more, includes links to helpful site about PayPal shopping cart technology. |
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A Typical PayPal Scam email suggesting that you have received a payment or made a payment for an order :-
service@paypal.com
The click any links actually links to a Phishing
Site which may have numbers in the hidden URL for example : - *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS OR IMAGES, OR REPLY TO EMAILS View the PayPal Support Club. Review and helpful links, coding examples, warnings, other shopping cart links, etc. PayPal is a on-link banking system that allows website owners to integrate shopping cart technology into their site. Find out more, includes links to helpful site about PayPal shopping cart technology. |
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A Typical eBay Scam email suggesting that you have
favorites, under searches or have ordered similar things like this before :-
The HTML graphics in this message have been displayed. [Edit Preferences - What's This?] The click any links actually links to a Phishing
Site which may have numbers in the hidden URL for example : - *** Needed for Identity theft and to arrange withdrawals from your bank account to theirs. *** NOTE: May look like genuine but may be Faked email, as well as failed message. *** Promise you a payment. YOU WILL NEVER GET THIS. *** DO NOT CLICK ON LINKS OR IMAGES, OR REPLY TO EMAILS eBay Help about how to spot a Spoof emails Reporting eBay Account Theft, If you feel your account has been compromised, please report it. View the PayPal Support Club. Review and helpful links, coding examples, warnings, other shopping cart links, etc. PayPal is a on-link banking system that allows website owners to integrate shopping cart technology into their site. Find out more, includes links to helpful site about PayPal shopping cart technology. |
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| A Typical Wells fargo
Scam email suggesting an improvement in security. ( Using any links in
such emails would probably compromise your security.
Dear Wells fargo customer, Due to recent fraudulent activities on some of Wells Fargo online accounts we are launching a new security system to make our online banking more secure and safe. Before we activate it for all of ours clients we have to check the online accounts details to confirm the authenticity of the holder. We require this as a confirmation that your account is not a subject of identity theft. If you don't take this survey, your account could be suspended or frozen until further notice. Please follow the link below to access our Security Survey: Sign on
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