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  1. Jul 16, 2023 · An ‘Account Suspended’ email phishing scam is a type of cyber attack where scammers send fraudulent emails to individuals, posing as legitimate organizations or service providers. These emails typically claim that the recipient’s account has been suspended due to suspicious activity or a violation of terms and conditions.

  2. Sep 28, 2023 · Breaking Down the Top 10 Email Scams. Let’s dive into the prevalent email scams that all users should stay vigilant against in order to detect and avoid them. 1. Phishing Scams. Phishing emails aim to steal sensitive data like login credentials and financial information through deception.

  3. Oct 23, 2023 · 2. Spoof the Sender’s Email Address. To make the “Your Account Was Hacked” email appear legit, scammers use spoofing techniques to mask the origin of the message. They alter the sender’s email address in the message header to show the recipient’s own email instead of the actual sender’s address.

    • Alarming Subject Line. Cybercriminals use social engineering, which is just targeted manipulation to convince a person (or organization) to reveal sensitive information.
    • Suspicious Domain Name. The cybercriminals will also try to ensure the email looks legitimate. For example, they may use the name, logo, and email design of a reputable company.
    • Greeting is Generic or Too Personalized. Some phishing emails will start with a generic greeting. For instance, they may greet you with "Dear Customer," "Dear [Service] User," "To Whom It May Concern," "Dear [username on email address]," or simply "Greetings."
    • Grammar and Spelling Mistakes. When a legitimate company sends an email, it will ensure it has correct grammar and spelling. A phishing email, on the other hand, may have obvious errors.
  4. Jul 12, 2024 · Report the scammer. To report a scam email, select the option to report it as phishing. Once reported, any future emails from that email address will be sent to your spam email folder. To report a phishing email to authorities, forward the email to reportphishing@apwg.org (Anti-Phishing Working Group) and to the FTC.

  5. Apr 21, 2023 · One of the first things a scammer might do if they access your email account is change your password. If you’re certain you’re entering the correct username and password for your account and still can’t log in, this could be a red flag. Your account is sending emails you didn’t write. It can be a rude awakening when a friend or family ...

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  7. Jul 24, 2016 · A. First, check the sender's email address for misspellings. Fraudsters trying to lure you with a phishing scam might use an address that's similar to a company's official one, but not exactly the ...