OT phishing scam & how to tell

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For those of you who don't know what phishing is, below is a prime example. DON'T give out any information, no matter how perfect the logo is - the dead giveaway on this one is the lack of spelling skills and no name in the "to" section, but the way to truly tell is there is an "s" after the http: (https:) meaning secure at the end of http. Look for that anytime you buy something online, too.

--- On Mon, 10/6/08, PayPal <paypal wrote:

PayPal <paypalRegarding your PayPal account.Monday, October 6, 2008, 1:34 AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Der PayPal user, PayPal is constantly working to ensure security by regularly screening the accounts in our system. We recently reviewed your account, and we need more information to help us provide you with secure service. Until we can collect this information, your access to sensitive account features will be limited. We would like to restore your access as soon as possible, and we apologize for the inconvenience.

 

Why is my account access limited?Your account access has been limited for the following reason(s):Okt. 6, 2008: We would like to ensure that your account was not accessed by an unauthorized third party. Because protecting the security of your account is our primary concern, we have limited access to sensitive PayPal account features. We understand that this may be an inconvenience but please understand that this temporary limitation is for your protection. (Your case ID for this reason is PP-0XBE.0X44.0X61.0XE6)

 

How can I restore my account access?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use your personalized link: http://0XBE.0X44.0X61.0XE6/www.paypal.com/ and complete the "Steps to Remove Limitations." Completing all of the checklist items will automatically restore your account acces.

 

 

 

 

 

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