Paypal Warning

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by browie, Jul 8, 2007.

  1. mighty_s

    mighty_s Peon

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    #21
    Yeah I had this and sent it to paypal this is the email I got back:

    Thank you for taking the time to contact . The email you
    reported was not sent by PayPal and is a phishing (fraudulent) email.

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    What to do Next
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    Delete the phishing email. If you've already responded to the email,
    please log in to your PayPal account and perform some important safety
    measures.

    1. Go to your Profile and change your password and security questions.

    2. Review the payments listed on your Account Overview.

    If you notice a payment that you don't recognize, visit the PayPal
    Security Center to file a claim. We'll promptly investigate any
    suspicious transactions and you won't be held liable for unauthorized
    payments sent from your account.

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    Visit the PayPal Security Center
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    In the new PayPal Security Center you'll find fraud-fighting tips,
    tools, and technology.

    You'll learn:
    * Ways to stay safe online
    * How to spot fake emails
    * What to do if you suspect unauthorized activity in your account

    You'll also find tools to help protect against identity theft:
    * Equifax credit alerts: Receive notifications about activity on your
    credit accounts
    * eBay Toolbar: Download a toolbar that warns you when youre on a
    potentially fraudulent web site

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    Safeguard Your Account
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    Phishing emails often try to get your attention by telling you that
    there's a problem with your account.

    One way to figure out if an email is really from PayPal is to open a new
    browser and log in to your PayPal account. Any important information
    about your account will be displayed once you are logged in.

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    Thank You
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    By alerting us to this phishing email, you're taking an active role in
    keeping the PayPal community safe. Users like you are our greatest
    partners in combating spoof.

    We'll use the information you provided to work with law enforcement to
    shut down the fraudulent website.


    Sincerely,

    PayPal


    Just incase anyone clicked on it and was wondering wot to do
     
    mighty_s, Jul 8, 2007 IP
  2. CheapSites420

    CheapSites420 Peon

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    #22
    i get these quite often as well, it makes using your email a lot more annoying
     
    CheapSites420, Jul 12, 2007 IP
  3. fancymask

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    #23
    what was the warning letter abt?
     
    fancymask, Jul 12, 2007 IP
  4. fancymask

    fancymask Peon

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    #24
    I sorry to hear that.. it's scary cos sometimes we don't even know what we done wrong to get warning.
     
    fancymask, Jul 12, 2007 IP
  5. Eli B

    Eli B Peon

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    #25
    Common sense + general internet safety ... don't click anything and you should be alright :D
     
    Eli B, Jul 12, 2007 IP
  6. Zuhair92

    Zuhair92 Peon

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    #26
    I have nevr received such a warning
     
    Zuhair92, Jul 13, 2007 IP
  7. cloudybutnice

    cloudybutnice Peon

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    #27
    It's always good to be reminded of these things from time to time.
    I've just started getting e mails from Gordon Brown. I'd love to know what they're about, but have so far resisted the temptation to open the attachment. Needless to say I don't think they will be offering me a job in his new cabinet!
     
    cloudybutnice, Jul 14, 2007 IP