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Phishing scams are designed to steal money. While you might think you can spot a phishing scam email right away, it is important to remember that Internet scammers are constantly updating and modifying their tactics in order to reel in even those who are keeping an eye out for phishing scams. Make sure you do […]
The fake eBay Scammer email Be on the lookout for fake eBay emails sent by Scammers. These will look official and appear to be sent via eBay from another eBay User. Some may contain a worrying Message, perhaps accusing you of buying an Item but not paying. These fake e-mails contain a login button, which […]
What with eBay being the largest online auction site on the planet, it was inevitable that eBay Scammers would soon appear on this massive global marketplace. The eBay modus operandi is a simple one; it provides an auction site that links Sellers with Buyers. Its preferred and recommended payment option is PayPal, the world’s biggest […]
Money Mules Trap When you find yourself in need of employment, any hint of a job can seem like a great thing. However, in today’s day and age, and with all of the Internet scams that seem to be popping up on a daily basis, you have to be careful that you don’t unintentionally become […]
How do we identify and avoid money scams online? What can we expect from new money scams online? What are these scammers likely to try next? Nelson Mandela? Scammers love to exploit a tragedy. They love to impersonate real people and offer proposals (money scams) involving events that many people around the world relate to. […]
Reporting Internet Fraud to the correct organization is crucial. Have you or someone you know been the victim of Fraud on the Internet? Here’s how to Report Internet Fraud. First, remember that Internet Fraud is a serious offence. Reporting Internet Fraud is something that all of us should be taking seriously. Second, it is important […]
You know not to respond to the letter of the Nigerian government official asking for money for “handling fees” in order to secure a giant sum of money that he plans to share with you, and maybe you are leery of individuals expressing romantic interest in you over the Internet. But do you think you […]
The lottery. You’ve been playing it for years, week after week, waiting for your turn to come up. Waiting to hear those words “Congratulations! You have won a Lottery”, But with the exception of the handful of times it paid out 10 and 20 dollars, nothing has really come your way. Nobody has uttered those […]
Ever wondered how internet scammers plans actually work? Ever wondered how an internet scammer is going to get money from you even if you do not give them your banking details? Follow this story of the “Little old Lady”, you will be surprised as to how it works. A Little Old Lady She’s a little, […]
How can I go about creating strong passwords? This is a question often asked of us in various forums and newsgroups. Creating strong passwords is essential to everyday Internet surfing. You have probably heard that you should never share your passwords with anyone, and that you shouldn’t enter your password on a link you received […]