This week we’ve found a large number of phishing scams that you need to watch out for, including ones relating to Valentine’s Day, Walmart, Dyson, MetaMask, LinkedIn, USPS, Samsung, and AT&T. Would you have been able to spot all the scams?
Phishing scams are one of the scammers’ favorite weapons! Conventionally, while impersonating famous brands, they send out fake text messages and emails containing phishing links with the aim of enticing you into opening them with promises of “prizes” or “discounts”.
Most commonly, these links lead to online survey pages that state you can claim a gift by filling out an online questionnaire. After that, you are prompted to enter credit card numbers before your “gift” can be delivered. In other instances, the links take you to fake log-in pages that seem to belong to various brands. These pages require you to submit log-in credentials to check a package’s delivery status, change account settings, or whatever other tasks the scammers have asked you to complete.
Their ultimate goal is to steal your personal information — they’ll record everything you enter on these fake pages and use it to commit cybercrimes: e.g., hack into your bank account or steal your identity. Don’t let them! Read on to check out the hottest scams of the week!
1. Valentine’s Day Scam (The Million Rose)
“Express your love with an unforgettable Valentine’s Day gift!” Have you bought something special for your…
