New PayPal Scam: Exploiting Legitimate Invoices for Phishing
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A new scam method using PayPal has been identified. Unlike typical phishing emails, this scam takes advantage of legitimate PayPal invoices, making it more deceptive and harder to detect. #Scam Overview 1) Receiving an Invoice Email That Appears to Be from PayPal - The email is actually sent from PayPal’s real domain (@paypal.com). - It contains an invoice from ‘Coinbase Inc.’ requesting a payment of $516.99 USD. - A note from the “seller” includes a message instructing the recipient to call a specific phone number to cancel the transaction. 2) The Invoice is Real and Visible on PayPal’s Website - Clicking the "View and Pay Invoice" button redirects the user to the actual PayPal website, where the invoice appears. - This means scammers are sending invoices directly to PayPal users without their consent. 3)Fake Customer Support Number for Further Phishing Attempts - The phone number in the email is similar to, but different from, PayPal’s official support number. - Calling the number results in an automated message before the call disconnects. - This suggests a potential setup for identity theft or further fraudulent attempts. #Precautionary Measures & How to Respond - Always verify suspicious invoices by logging into PayPal directly instead of clicking links in emails. - Never call the number provided in the email—check PayPal’s official website for the correct customer support contact. - Report any fraudulent invoices to PayPal immediately. - Enhance your PayPal security settings to prevent unauthorized invoices. This scam is more sophisticated than typical phishing attempts, as it uses legitimate PayPal emails and website features to create a false sense of authenticity. Users who receive similar invoices should report them immediately and take steps to strengthen their account security to prevent further attacks.
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