Court Notice Scam
Scam: Malicious code is loaded onto computers via the e-mailing of fraudulent court appearance notices.
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Spam and Fraudulent Verification Survey Scam
Phishing attempt is disguised as a GMail or Google+ 'spam and fraudulent verification survey'.
+967 233 45 SIM Cloning Warning
Can your answering a call from the number 96723345 enable scammers in Peru or Pakistan to clone your phone's SIM card?
#-9-0 Phone Scam
Can pressing #-9-0 allow scammers to make long-distance phone calls on your phone bill?
Lottery Scams
Announcement says you've won a lottery you don't remember entering.
Spider Under the Skin Video Scam
Scam os spread via notices of a 'spider under the skin' video.
Family Member Impersonation Scam
Distress scam involves an impersonator who pretends to be relative in urgent need of money.
Microsoft Impersonation Scam
Scammers pretending to Microsoft techs gain remote access of your computer and/or strip your bank account.
Airline ‘Stop List’ Phishing Scam
A phishing scam is being spread via purported 'stop list' notifications from various airlines.
PG&E/Atmos Phishing Scam
A phishing scam is being spread via PG&E and Atmos billing statements.
Is Your Mechanic Cheating You?
TV news investigation shows Jiffy Lube outlets charging customers for auto maintenance work that was never done.
FedEx Undeliverable Parcel Notification
Is a scam being spread via FedEx undeliverable parcel notifications?
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