Let’s review a common Facebook Messenger-based scam tactic that continues to gain new victims. These are scams that all Facebook users need to be aware of.
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‘Copy and Paste To Upgrade The System’ Facebook Hoax
by Brett M. Christensen February 23, 2021Does copying and pasting a message on Facebook “upgrade the system” so that you see fewer ad posts and more posts from your friends? No, it doesn’t.
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AOL ‘Account Has Been Restricted’ Phishing Scam
by Brett M. Christensen February 22, 2021According to this email, which purports to be from email service provider AOL, your account has been restricted.
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Criminals use many and varied methods to distribute malware. One such method that has become increasingly common in recent years is to…
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‘I Need a Quick Favour’ Gift Card Scam Emails
by Brett M. Christensen February 21, 2021Have you received an email that looks like it was sent by a friend or colleague that asks if you have an account at Amazon or another shopping website or store?