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This is DEFINITELY a scam. Anything that
doesn't use a secure site (https) and end in paypal.com is not a real PayPal
site.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Saturday, November 23, 2002 6:44
PM
Subject: [SWCollect] Paypal scam Email
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Anyone else get an email today saying something
about a Paypal server problem, and asking you to "confirm" your information
for safety? The link in the email takes you to http://www.paysupport.netfirms.com/index.html (no
clue what that is), which has been designed to look just like a paypal screen
at which point it asks you to fill out all your information - including credit
card info on a non-secure page. It scares me to think of the number of
people who fell for this one..
The email:
| URGENT: PayPal System
Problems | |
Dear
PayPal User,
Unfortunately today we have had some trouble with
one of our computer systems. While the trouble appears to be minor, we
are not taking the necessary precautions. We have decided to take the
affected system offline and replace it with a new system. Unfortunately
this has caused us to lose member data and information. Please follow
the link below and log into your account to re-enter your information to
be assured none of your prior information has been lost. Please Note:
Account balances have not been affected.
Because of the
inconvenience, we will be providing all users that repair their missing
data their next two incoming transfers for free! You will pay no fees
for your next two incoming transfers*. |
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| Click
Here
To Begin the Account Process |
.. Notice the typo - "
we are (not) taking the necessary precautions. " - should be "now"
shouldn't it? |
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