Security concern - Text asking for confirmation of identity

Molly_Malone
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I don't use PayPal very often but have made two transactions in the last day. I received a text from a mobile number <removed> which says 

 

'Your PayPal is restricted. Please re-confirm your identity today or your account will be closed." there is a Tap to Load Preview of an attachment with "paypal.co.uk.sl1s....

 

I have checked my account and there is nothing out of the ordinary. I called the number from another phone and it is an O2 mobile going to answer-machine.

 

My concern is that my phone or phone number is somehow compromised because it feels like too much of coincidence that I receive this text so shortly after making two Paypal transactions.

 

Any thoughts ?

 

 

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Faxfan
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I've just received the same text message tonight but haven't clicked on the link as it didn't seem genuine. Please can PayPal confirm if this is fake or not?
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19Reef64
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I've received same type text asking me to log in using my e mail and password!!!! Doesn't seem legit so can PayPal confirm.
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