Scammers are hoping to cash in on any confusion around the end of pandemic restrictions – watch out for these fake emails and texts.
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Warning: new fake NHS COVID Pass emails and texts
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How the fake Hermes parcel delivery texts are evolving
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There’s been a resurgence in fake Hermes texts trying to lure you into bank transfer scams. Here’s how fraudsters have been changing their tactics to try to catch you out.
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Warning: Census 2021 scams are still going strong
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It’s been a few months since the deadline for the 2021 Census in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, but scammers are still trying their luck with fake texts threatening fines for not completing your survey properly.
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Scam alert: WhatsApp verification message trick
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Hackers are trying to get access to WhatsApp accounts after stealing the identities of their victims’ contacts. Here’s how it works and what to watch out for.
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How the ‘FluBot’ spyware is getting onto Android devices
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Have you heard of ‘FluBot’? The spyware is spreading among Android devices and could steal your passwords. Here’s how it works.
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Scam alert: fake texts, calls and a cloned Royal Mail site
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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 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.