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* Another sneaky new eBay spoof attempt *
Haven't seen any eBay spoof attempts lately, but here's one from the "new crop." They're still OUT there!
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* Great job, Free money scams *
Whether respondents are motivated by greed -- or need -- innocent (if somewhat naïve) consumers are constantly exploited by these creeps.
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* Let us harvest your eBay ID and send it to Mother Russia *
Another convincing looking message, but it's a hoax meant to harvest your sign-in info!
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A Message from Bill Cobb . . . *
. . . from eBay Live! in Las Vegas
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A Message from Bill Cobb: Resetting the Balance of the eBay Marketplace *
Here's the latest letter from the President of eBay. According to this message, this new billing practice will not affect "regular" eBay sellers, only Stores. . .
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A new kind of eBay phishing scam? *
Okay, here's finally one that MIGHT make you bite. Unfortunately, when I contacted eBay, all I got back was a format reply. The good folks at eBay really SHOULD be aware that sometimes members of the media really DO need to reach a human being!
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A really scary PayPal spoof (bogus) letter *
Here's one that ALMOST made us reply -- an evil phishing attempt that suggests a new e-mail address has been added to your PayPal account. Remember to forward a copy to spoof@paypal.com.
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A typical eBay reply to forwarded phishing or spoof attempts (1) *
It's a good practice to send ALL suspicious e-mail that pretends to originate from eBay to spoof@ebay.com anyway, and any that supposedly comes from PayPal to spoof@paypal.com. Here's an example of the kind of reply you wll receive from the REAL eBay. . .
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A typical eBay reply to forwarded phishing or spoof attempts (2) *
It's a good practice to send ALL suspicious e-mail that pretends to originate from eBay to spoof@ebay.com anyway, and any that supposedly comes from PayPal to spoof@paypal.com. Here's an example of the first reply you should receive from the REAL eBay. . .
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Amazon SafeHarbor reporting procedures *
Amazon.com is a participant in the Safe Harbor program developed by the U.S. Department of Commerce and the European Union. You can also contact Amazon.com directly about its Safe Harbor program.
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Another recent eBay spoofing attempt *
Good-hearted and honest eBayers might just fall for this spoof letter. . .DON'T!
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Anti-Phishing Working Group site *
An excellent industry-driven site dedicated to wiping out Internet Scams and Fraud.
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Askville -- a new Amazon Product *
Got a hard-to-answer question? Just curious? Yet another hot idea reveals the clear thinking and strategic planning behind the scene at Amazon.com. Good marketing, with community (and internet-user) service. Kudos.
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Easy steps to help you shop safely online *
Using the web for holiday shopping? Your friends at evalu8.org provide these tips to help you with a safe -- and simple -- shopping experience. . .
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eBay cuts 1,000 jobs, to buy 'Bill Me Later' *
Foundering eBay seeks new energy by acquiring retail credit firm; a word to the wise: amp-up your customer support and your auctions will pick up, sir!
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eBay Spoof and Phishing Reports *
SafeHarbor is eBay's comprehensive safety resource and protective arm. And where spoofs and phishing e-mails are concerned, eBay springs to action at once.
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eBay Suspension spoof attempt letter *
I dink dis berson hab a code! (Updade your account?)
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eBay warns: Protect yourself against spoof e-mail and fake Second Chance Offers *
Recently there has been an increase in the number of eBay members receiving "spoof" e-mails with fraudulent Second Chance Offers -- that is, an invitation to buy an item they'd previously bid on, but didn't win.
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eBay: Account Violation of User Aggreement (spoof) *
I guess "Hello Dear Member" and the mis-spelling of "agreement" in the subject heading would be tip-offs, but a conscientious eBayer might still get stung thinking their credit card had expired.
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Elisabeth von Hullessem: Dubious dinner date on eBay *
Fraudster tried to auction off a chance to dine with her and hear tall tales of crime.
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Five password bruteforcing attempts eBay phishing e-mail *
"attems"? "beeing"? These guys are REAL amateurs! Beeing="Buzzzz."
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Google versus PayPal *
Back in October, 2004, Nick Bradbury suggested this very scenario on his blog: "The more I look at what Google is doing, the more convinced I am that we're witnessing the birth of the next Microsoft."
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How Gmail handles spoofing and phishing attempts *
Google is currently testing a service designed to alert Gmail users to messages that appear to be phishing attacks. . .
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Latest eBay phishing letter *
Of COURSE this is not from eBay, so you know what to do if you receive one: Forward a copy at once to: spoof@ebay.com.
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Local eBay problem with seller *
One of our faithful readers is having a dire eBay problem, which has resulted in her having qualms about dealing with eBay at all. She is even (justly) concerned about her personal safety.
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PayPal phishing attempt with REALLY bad spelling *
"Please do not reply to this e-mail. . . " Well, Duh! No, we're not buying into this one, either.
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PayPal spoof attempt *
You have a PayPal account and an "update" is required? Guess again!
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PayPal spoof attempt -- survey *
You have a PayPal account and an "easy survey" will grant you eighty bucks? For almost no effort? Yeah, right!
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PayPal Spoof e-mails or Phishing Reports *
Recently, PayPal members have reported suspicious-looking e-mails and fake websites. Here's what to do if you receive anything, regardless of whether it really appears to come from PayPal, or not.
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Protect Your PayPal Account (Spoof warning) *
Recently, PayPal members have reported suspicious-looking e-mails and fake websites. Here's what to do if you receive a 'fake' e-mail.
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Tech Tips and Tricks: Identity theft FAQs (American focus) *
A 2003 U.S. Federal Trade Commission survey showed that over a one-year period, nearly 10 million people -- or 4.6 per cent of the adult population -- had discovered they were victims of some form of identity theft.
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Tech Tips and Tricks: Protect Your Identity From Theft (American resources and fixes) *
It only takes a few seconds to become a victim of financial fraud. But it often takes months to recover.
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Tech Tips and Tricks: What is Phishing? *
Phishing involves the use of e-mail messages that appear to come from your bank or another trusted business, but are actually from impostors.
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Trouble with eBay seller! *
I bought $200 worth of essential oils from a seller with an eBay Store and everything. It has almost been a full month and I still have nothing. What can I do?
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Update and Verify Your PayPal account phishing e-mail *
Record-breaking bad spelling in this one! I'd like to "belive" in the fantasy world these guys are in! I particularly like the use of the words "choise" and "temporally."
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Your monthly eBay Invoice is now available for online viewing (spoof) *
eBay does indeed send out notices like this, but this one is clearly fraudulent. . .beware!
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A really scary PayPal spoof (bogus) letter (2) *
Here's one that ALMOST made us reply -- an evil phishing attempt that gives you a "unique code" (this attempt would allow the phisher to withdraw all your PayPal money or send it to a fake recipient -- IF they had really hacked into your account).
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A very sneaky new eBay spoof attempt *
A mean-spirited message like this one pushes a lot of buttons for most honest eBayers.
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Amazon Grocery Marketplace . . . *
So what can we order from Amazon.com? Here's the pitch . . .
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Amazon.com second quarter net profit falls, but gross profit soars *
Amazon.com Inc. said Tuesday its second-quarter earnings sagged 32 per cent from a year ago despite brisk sales at home and abroad, but higher operating profits sent the stock surging in after-hours trading.
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Clever eBay spoof attempt *
This one is particularly deceptive. Beware!
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Fake internet coupons flooding market *
Internet forgeries prompt grocery chains to watch out for illegitimate offers: A surge in the use of counterfeit Internet coupons has prompted some grocers to refuse accepting the money-saving offers, sending a chill through the ranks of consumers anxious to save money.
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Google unveils online payment service *
Inc. today unveiled a much-anticipated payment service that aims to make online shopping more convenient and give advertisers another reason to pour more money into the Internet search leader.
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PayPal makes it easy to raise money online ****
You can make a difference; raise money for your favourite cause.
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