Fraud message

Nikkinac9
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I have just received this message You sent a payment for 40.12 GBP to TasteDorset. If you didn't authenticate this transaction check here https://tasteofdorset.co.uk/a what can I do to stop this happening again
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kernowlass
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@Nikkinac9

 

If its a spoof, DO NOT CLICK ON ANY LINK or you may be giving away information to scammers.

Firstly if the email/ text addressed you as ''Dear Member'' / ''Customer'' / ''Client'' OR your ''email address'' then that confirms its a spoof as paypal would address you by your full name eg Dear John Smith.

Secondly if there was a link OR attachment in that email to ''cancel'' the transaction or ''confirm'' any details then again it would be a spoof.

If there was a problem with your account paypal would not ask you to click on an unsafe link in an email or by downloading an attachment, they would direct you to log in normally and go to the resolution or the message centre for more information.

More info here >>
https://www.paypal.com/us/selfhelp/article/how-to-spot-fake-emails-faq2340/2




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Headsquirrels
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I got exactly the same SMS just now, for the same amount. Definitely spam!

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