Tag Archives: phishing

Fraudulent Web Sites

We are aware of public reports indicating that attackers are using legitimate web pages to run malicious code on victims’ machines. Reports, including a posting by Sophos, indicate that these messages * Include keywords and names related to a current event (such as, the 9/11/2001 terrorist attack) * Prompt users with a fake virus scan [...]
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Update for Microsoft Outlook Phishing Scams

A massive phishing scam similar to the recent bank fraud scams is being sent in emails that look like the following: From: “Microsoft Customer Support” Subject: Update for Microsoft Outlook Critical Update Update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express (KB910721) Brief Description Microsoft has released an update for Microsoft Outlook / Outlook Express. This update [...]
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Phishing Scams: Chase, Bank of America, Sun Trust

Alert — There is a massive new bank fraud phishing scam being conducted via email. The website address that appears in the body of the email looks valid; however, if you view the source, you will see a bogus domain name. Clicking on the link will take you to an unauthorized website. Should you receive [...]
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IRS Stimulus Package Phishing Scam

US-CERT is aware of public reports indicating that phishing scams are circulating via fraudulent U.S. Internal Revenue Service emails offering users stimulus package payments. These emails include text that attempts to convince users to follow a link to a website or to complete an attached document. The website and document request the user to provide [...]
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Phishing Through Your Browser

There is an attack that will grab information across web browser windows / tabs. Though it is not the most significant threat on the Internet, it should be of concern. Learn how to prevent keystroke copying and password theft — Full Article
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