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Online Scams and Phishing Thread Technology
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Persistent phishing scams prey on unsuspecting individuals.
The post provides a useful overview of phishing and highlights the risks, but could benefit from clearer organization and more concise language to enhance readability.
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The thread opens with a detailed overview of phishing attempts, highlighting various types of scams including emails and calls. Initial responses showcase personal experiences with similar situations, expressing concern about the sophistication of these scams and the vulnerability of individuals.12
As discussions progress, the tone turns more mixed with varying responses about how to handle these scenarios. Some users share effective methods to avoid falling victim, such as using caution with links and forwarding suspicious messages for verification, while others express frustration over the constant barrage of scam attempts.34
In the later posts, the conversation shifts to solutions and preventative measures individuals can take. Users collectively emphasize the importance of awareness and sharing information about scams to help others avoid similar pitfalls, ultimately fostering a sense of community support.56
"Scammers are relentless when it comes to wanting our personal information."
"It's a common tactic that scammers use - generate a sense of urgency."
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While many shared experiences of falling victim to scams, the thread concluded with practical advice and an emphasis on community action to combat phishing attempts. No definitive solutions were established, but awareness was significantly raised.
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Do the people who call claiming I am on a "database" for loft insulation really think I am that stupid?
I got one of those. I received it yesterday, telling me that I had to complete my application before November 7, which was yesterday!
Even though I don't qualify for Winter Fuel Payments.
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It's a common tactic that scammers use - generate a sense of urgency to get people to act before they have time to think. You also see it online with countdown timers on 'special offers' on scam/fake products.
There's a new donation scam making the rounds on TikTok that's preying on our love for animals. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning folks about this, and it's definitely worth a heads-up.
So here's the deal: you'll see videos featuring older adults making crafts, like cat toys, with some sad music playing in the background. They're asking viewers not to scroll away for 12 seconds, claiming they need help for their failing animal shelter. Sounds heartwarming, right? But here's the catch – they're actually just trying to scam you.
The videos will link to a donation page or a way to buy these crafts, but trust me, you won't get anything in return, and your money won't go to any animal shelters either. The BBB mentioned a specific TikTok account, but there are likely tons of these floating around.
Here's how to spot these donation scams:
So here's the deal: you'll see videos featuring older adults making crafts, like cat toys, with some sad music playing in the background. They're asking viewers not to scroll away for 12 seconds, claiming they need help for their failing animal shelter. Sounds heartwarming, right? But here's the catch – they're actually just trying to scam you.
The videos will link to a donation page or a way to buy these crafts, but trust me, you won't get anything in return, and your money won't go to any animal shelters either. The BBB mentioned a specific TikTok account, but there are likely tons of these floating around.
Here's how to spot these donation scams:
- If something makes you feel super emotional and pushes you to act fast, take a step back.
- Research the person or organisation. Look them up and search for the word "scam" with their name.
- Check out legit charity sites like Charity Navigator or GuideStar to see if they're listed.
- Be cautious of videos that look AI-generated or seem off in any way.
- Remember, there are other donation scams too that might use social media for fake Venmo requests.
Some pretty interesting info about those unsubscribe links we often see in emails. The ones we click when we're tired of getting spammy newsletters? Well, turns out, they might not be as harmless as they seem!
Here's the low down:
Now, if you really want to unsubscribe safely, here are a few tips:
Here's the low down:
- Malicious Links: Security experts have warned that clicking on these links can confirm to cybercriminals that your email is active. This could lead to more spam or even phishing attempts.
- Phishing Risks: Some unsubscribe links can redirect you to phishing sites where they could ask for your login details. Statistics suggest that 1 in every 644 clicks on these links could land you on a malicious site.
Now, if you really want to unsubscribe safely, here are a few tips:
- Use Email Client Features: Instead of clicking the unsubscribe link, you can use the built-in features in your email client (like Gmail or Outlook) to manage subscriptions. It's usually simpler and safer.
- Go to More > Manage subscriptions and find the sender to unsubscribe.
- Head to Settings > Mail > Subscriptions to unsubscribe.
- Filtering: You can also set up filters to direct unwanted emails straight to a different folder. This way, they won't clutter your inbox.
- Disposable Emails: If you're signing up for newsletters, consider using a disposable email. That way, you can keep your main inbox clean and delete the disposable address whenever you want.
- Be cautious with unsubscribe links; they might open you up to risks.
- Use your email client's features to unsubscribe safely.
- Consider filtering unwanted emails or using disposable email addresses.
I've had three parking charge notices texts today. I must pay before tomorrow, otherwise my driving licence will be revoked.
Knowing these are scams, do you just delete the text messages? I assume to respond gives the scammers the knowledge there is someone using that phone number and would only encourage them to send more?
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Far better to forward each of them to your network to block - remembering to add the sending number if not part of the original message.
For UK mobiles, the number is the same 7726
