A member received scam calls following a minor road mishap – here’s how to avoid falling into the scammer’s trap.
in Money
Scam watch: ‘I was targeted after a car accident’
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in Money
Beware this Argos number spoofing scam
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A refund of £247 from an ‘overpayment’ to Argos sound too good to be true? That’s because this is a number spoofing scam. Have you received one?
in Money
Scam watch: beware this licence fee ‘refund’ scam
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This new scam involves a convincing sounding email claiming TV licensing owes you money – don’t fall for it.
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Beware this new Amazon ‘brushing’ scam
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A Which? Money member contacted us when Amazon Prime deliveries they didn’t order turned up on their doorstep. Do you know what a ‘brushing’ scam is? We explain the details.
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Secret Service: how have scammers spoofed its official email?
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The content of this phishing scam may look familiar, but it’s who it appears to have come from that may make you only think twice. What’s the secret behind spoofing an official MI6 email account?
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Listen to this new IP address scam phone call
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A member recently contacted us when they received a scam phone call about their IP address. Fortunately, they recorded the call so we could warn others. Have you heard this one?
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Scam Watch: have you received a confusing insurance call?
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A member felt duped after renewing their appliance cover. Have you received a confusing insurance call from an unexpected company?
in Technology
Motorists: watch out for this new DVLA scam
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Forever trying to get their hands on your hard-earned savings or personal data, scammers have devised yet another crafty scam. Here’s what to watch out for.
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Scam Watch: Help! I’m being blackmailed by a cyber criminal
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A member received an email from an anonymous blackmailer trying to extort thousands of pounds. How would you respond in this situation?
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Scam watch: an apparent heir’s big promise
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A Which? member recently received a letter claiming to be from a prominent Chinese bank. Are you one of the many people who’s received this near-identical scam?
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Could you spot a student-targeted shopping scam?
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Selling things online can be a quick way for students to bring in some extra cash, but it could also open the door to scammers looking to take advantage. Could you identify the warning signs?
in Health
Scam watch: Ehic scammers steal £135
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Some dubious websites are charging people for free health cards and a Which? member fell into the trap. Have you been duped into paying for something which you’re actually entitled to for free?
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Scam protection: FCA proposals will boost complaining power
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The FCA has announced proposals to give victims of bank transfer scams more scope to make a complaint, and increase the powers of the Financial Ombudsman Service.
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Scam watch: Amazon hacker’s £4k con
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A member asked for our help when a fraudster hacked into their email and Amazon account, and racked up a £4k bill… (more…)