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Re: Phishing email

by Gee_foulkes Contributor in Security and Fraud
‎Jan-16-2024 09:53 AM
‎Jan-16-2024 09:53 AM
Thank you, I did think it was. He was messaging on Facebook saying “I’ve had this happen before, I think PayPal wants you to pay me the £200 back then they’ll release payment” I said nope, scam, block! Thought I’d get a second opinion though so thank you! ... View more

Re: Phishing email

by Gee_foulkes Contributor in Security and Fraud
‎Jan-16-2024 06:48 AM
‎Jan-16-2024 06:48 AM
Paypal® BUSINESS You received money with Paypal® Date. 15/01/2024 Amount. £70.00 GBP Reference. item Description. Purchase Read the message below to complete this transaction. Dear , customer We have encountered a problem while crediting your account with £70.00 GBP because the status of your account is not a business user which creates a limit on your account, This amount exceeds your account limit. Why do I need to expand my account to a business user, •We placed initial limit on all accounts to increase the security precaution and help prevent any fraudulent activities on your end. Take these urgent steps to expand your account to a business user and receive unlimited funds. To fully expand your account into a business account and deposit your funds now, contact your sender immediately to send in an additional payment of £200.00 GBP into your PayPal account to expand your account limit. Soon as this is done, we will credit your account with the total sum of £270.00 GBP This was the first email I was sent ... View more

Re: Phishing email

by Gee_foulkes Contributor in Security and Fraud
‎Jan-16-2024 03:16 AM
‎Jan-16-2024 03:16 AM
I’ve just added an imagine of the email, not sure if you can see it? ... View more

Re: Phishing email

by Gee_foulkes Contributor in Security and Fraud
‎Jan-16-2024 03:12 AM
‎Jan-16-2024 03:12 AM
Sorry I didn’t realise I hadn’t put the email in however it’s saying it isn’t permitted in this community… not sure what to do now? ... View more

Phishing email

by Gee_foulkes Contributor in Security and Fraud
‎Jan-15-2024 11:26 AM
‎Jan-15-2024 11:26 AM
Hi, could I have help with identifying if this “PayPal” is real or scam? The guy seemed very dodgy… ... View more
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