Fraudsters attempted to wipe out a victim’s entire bank balance by setting up a clone Royal Mail website. Here’s how the scam worked and how it was stopped.
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Scam alert: fake texts, calls and a cloned Royal Mail site
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Scam alert: fake Barclays ‘unusual payee request’ text
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We’ve been made aware of a scam text message targeting Barclays customers by directing them to a fake website. Here’s what you need to look out for.
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Scam alert: fake NHS COVID-19 vaccine text
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A dangerous fake NHS text has been circulating, telling people they’re eligible to apply for the COVID-19 vaccine. Here’s what it looks like.
Scam alert: fake O2 invoice SMS
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A convincing fake text message purporting to be from O2 is doing the rounds. Have you received it? Here’s what makes this one particularly dangerous.
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Scam alert: fake NHS coronavirus contact tracing text
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Some people are receiving fake text messages claiming they’ve been in contact with someone who’s tested positive for COVID-19. Here’s what it looks like.
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Scam alert: fake Giffgaff SMS text
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We’ve been made aware of a scam text message purporting to be from mobile network Giffgaff. Here’s how to spot it.