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Email Links - Don't Trust Links Sent in Email Messages

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It has been said that curiosity killed that cat and this applies to many of us who get excited with online offers.. you need to be careful when it comes to checking out links sent to your email, The key word is "Don't Trust Those LinksDon't Trust Links Sent in Email Messages

A common fraud, called "phishing", sends messages that appear to be from a bank, shop or auction, giving a link to a fake website and asking you to follow that link and confirm your account details. The fraudsters then use your account details to buy stuff or transfer money out of the account. These fake sites can be hard to spot, so no reputable organization will send a message requesting your confidential information.

 

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