Another paypal scam

calrugerfan

I imagine that others have seen this scam, but just in case you haven't here is an email I got earlier today.

We regret to inform you that this account has been locked.To unlock your account please follow the link below and complete all the steps.

http://www.paypal.com.webmaster-cmd.info

Please Note:
If your account informations are not updated within the next 72 hours, then we will assume this account is fraudulent and your account will be deleted.

Message 2093

Problem Description:

Suspicious account behavior possible account theft

PayPal Account Review Department

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calrugerfan

I just got an email that looked like it was from myself. It was similar to my email address and the sender was my name. Basically, it said that "I" want to be paid and had a bill for $500. Had I clicked "Pay" and confirmed it, it would have transferred $500 from REAL me to FAKE me.

Just a warning for others.

nunn

If you have no Paypal account, such a scam cannot work. I'm safe.

BUCKAWHO

I'm safe, too! BT

calrugerfan

I have one for the few times I use fleabay. I think I've done 20 transactions in 12 years.

LaidbackDan

That's an oldie, I guess they figure ten years is long enough for reruns

eastbank

i quit e-bay several years ago, but my wife uses paypal when she buys on line,useing a debit card that only has 40.00 on it.if she wants to make a larger buy she must put the extra money on the card. so the most she can lose is 40.00. according to garp.