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1. mosaicco.com › scam-alertSCAM ALERT - Mosaic

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   Scam Alert. For over a year, Mosaic has received several reports of scammers impersonating Mosaic salespeople in order to defraud potential Mosaic customers. Under the names of real Mosaic salespeople, the scammers have created several fake websites, sent emails, and placed phone calls soliciting orders around the world for various fertilizer ...

2. www.bbb.org › article › news-releasesBBB Scam Alert: Scammers are impersonating businesses ...

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   Mar 15, 2024 · BBB Scam Tracker has received several recent reports about scammers impersonating different businesses through email. One consumer shared, “Received an email on 1/3/2024 that “my Sirius XM ...

3. www.bbb.org › all › spot-a-scamBBB Tip: How to recognize a phony email - Better Business Bureau

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   Take a closer look at the sender and recipients. An email may come to you in the name of a reputable company but look closely at the sender’s email address. If the address is unrecognizable ...

4. www.bbb.org › scamtracker › lookupscamScams Details - Better Business Bureau

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   Jun 26, 2023 · Browse and view scams details reported to the BBB. Examine and share scams with others to help protect you from existing schemes. ... A loan company named Mosaic started a loan for the install ...

5. www.snopes.com › list › 5-online-scams-to-watch-out-for20 Online Scams to Watch Out For - Snopes.com

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   Mar 7, 2024 · Capital One Gold Card Scam. In February 2022, a deceptive email scam was identified, promising a "$500 Capital One Gold Card" for completing a survey and/or subscription. Originating from a ...

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6. malwaretips.com › blogs › email-scamsBeware These 10 Email Scams So You Don’t Get Ripped Off

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   Sep 28, 2023 · 1. Phishing Scams. Phishing emails aim to steal sensitive data like login credentials and financial information through deception. Scammers typically spoof trusted brands like banks, retailers, and social media platforms to appear legitimate. Emails claim there is a problem with your account that requires urgent action through an embedded link.

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   Are scammers posing as legitimate businesses?

   • To trick consumers into clicking links and providing personal information, scammers are posing as legitimate businesses and emailing consumers. BBB warns consumers to be extra vigilant when receiving urgent emails from supposed businesses asking for payment information. How the scam works

   BBB Scam Alert: Scammers are impersonating businesses and sending

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   What are the most common email scam ploys?

   • Email’s inherent vulnerabilities make it an ideal channel for scammers to deploy a variety of deceptive tactics. Some of the most common ploys seen include: Phishing – Fraudulent emails aim to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information through spoofing, urgent calls to action, and embedded malicious links and attachments.

   Beware These 10 Email Scams So You Don’t Get Ripped Off

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   How do scam artists take advantage of people?

   • Government agencies and legitimate business names and phone numbers are often used by scam artists to take advantage of people. A solar panel company named Freedom Forever started an account to install solar panels on our house. A loan company named Mosaic started a loan for the install. The house was tested for the panels.

   BBB Scam Tracker - Better Business Bureau

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   Is email a scam?

   • Email continues to be a primary communication medium for both business and personal use despite social media’s growth. However, the ubiquity of email has also made it a prime attack vector for scammers executing malicious cons.

   Beware These 10 Email Scams So You Don’t Get Ripped Off

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   Why do scammers send emails disguised as unpaid invoices?

   • Scammers send emails disguised as unpaid invoices from well-known retailers and service providers. They may include links to view the fake invoice or have PDFs attached. If recipients aren’t carefully inspecting senders and details, they may be tricked into paying the invoice to avoid late fees or disruption of services.

   Beware These 10 Email Scams So You Don’t Get Ripped Off

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   Are email scams getting more clever?

   • Email scams are getting more clever. Don't fall for it with these tips. According to the 2023 Internet Crime Report, phishing scams were at the top of the list of scams reported in 2023, and victims lost the most money to investment scams and business email compromise scams.

   BBB Tip: How to recognize a phony email - Better Business Bureau

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8. consumer.ftc.gov › 2021 › 03Spotting scammy emails | Consumer Advice

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   Mar 17, 2021 · Spotting scammy emails. Let’s say you get an email about a charge to your credit card for something you aren’t expecting or don’t want. Your first instinct may be to immediately call the company or respond to the email and to stop the payment. Scammers know that, and are taking advantage of it in a new phishing scheme.