I have listed below copies of so called 'Security Alert' emails, they may look authentic but they are not. They are sent by fraudsters who want you to respond and enter your banking details as a security check. Once they have your details, they start withdrawing money from your bank account.
I REPEAT, NEVER EVER REPLY TO THIS TYPE OF EMAIL.
CONTACT WITH YOUR BANK AND REPORT IT TO THEM.
I received two of these on the same day. Needless to say, never respond to this sort of 'Security alert' email.
This email was not from Barclays.co.uk and therefore did not have my best interests at heart.
The fact that I do not have an account at Barclays , sort of gave it away :-)
Click here to see Barclays.co.uk email response.
Received November 2005 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received November 2005 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received November 2005 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received December 2005 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received January 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Dear Armed Forces Bank User,
During our regular update and verification of the accounts, we could not verify your current information. Either your information has changed or it is incomplete.
As a result, your access to online banking has been restricted. To start using fully your online banking account, please update and verify your information by clicking the link below :
http://www.af-service.com/auth/PP090292753.php
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Regards,
Armed Forces Bank Inc.
Received February 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Comerica is constantly working to ensure security by regularly screening the accounts in our system. We recently reviewed your account, and we need more information to help us provide you with secure service. Until we can collect this information, your access to sensitive account features will be limited. We would like to restore your access as soon as possible, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Why is my account access limited?
Your account access has been limited for the following reason(s):
Feb . 19, 2006: We would like to ensure that your account was not accessed by an unauthorized third party. Because protecting the security of your account is our primary concern, we have limited access to sensitive Comerica account features. We understand that this may be an inconvenience but please understand that this temporary limitation is for your protection.
(Your case ID for this reason is CMRA-410-320-3334.) At Comerica , one of our most important responsibilities to you, our customer, is the safekeeping of the nonpublic personal ("confidential") information you have entrusted to us and using this information in a responsible manner. Appropriate use of the confidential information you provide us is also at the heart of our ability to provide you with exceptional personal service whenever you contact us.
How can I restore my account access?
Please confirm your identity here: Restore My Online Banking and complete the "Steps to Remove Limitations."
Completing all of the checklist items will automatically restore your account access.
Copyright © 2006 Comerica. All rights reserved.
Received March 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
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Chase Bank is constantly working to ensure security by regularly screening the accounts in our system. We recently reviewed your account, and we need more information to help us provide you with secure service. Until we can collect this information, your access to sensitive account features will be limited. We would like to restore your access as soon as possible, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Why is my account access limited?
Your account access has been limited for the following reason(s):
March 19, 2006: We would like to ensure that your account was not accessed by an unauthorized third party. Because protecting the security of your account is our primary concern, we have limited access to sensitive Chase Bank account features. We understand that this may be an inconvenience but please understand that this temporary limitation is for your protection.
(Your case ID for this reason is CHSE04-410-320-3334.)
At Chase Bank , one of our most important responsibilities to you, our customer, is the safekeeping of the nonpublic personal ("confidential") information you have entrusted to us and using this information in a responsible manner. Appropriate use of the confidential information you provide us is also at the heart of our ability to provide you with exceptional personal service whenever you contact us.
How can I restore my account access?
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Please confirm your identity here: Restore My Online Banking Account and complete the "Steps to Remove Limitations."
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Completing all of the checklist items will automatically restore your account access.
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Copyright © 2006 Chase Manhattan Bank Inc. All rights reserved.
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Received May 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
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SouthTrust Bank is constantly working to ensure security by regularly screening the accounts in our system. We recently reviewed your account, and we need more information to help us provide you with secure service. Until we can collect this information, your access to sensitive account features will be limited. We would like to restore your access as soon as possible, and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Why is my account access limited?
Your account access has been limited for the following reason(s):
May 06, 2006: We would like to ensure that your account was not accessed by an unauthorized third party. Because protecting the security of your account is our primary concern, we have limited access to sensitive SouthTrust Bank account features. We understand that this may be an inconvenience but please understand that this temporary limitation is for your protection.
(Your case ID for this reason is STHR04-410-320-3334.)
At SouthTrust Bank, one of our most important responsibilities to you, our customer, is the safekeeping of the nonpublic personal ("confidential") information you have entrusted to us and using this information in a responsible manner. Appropriate use of the confidential information you provide us is also at the heart of our ability to provide you with exceptional personal service whenever you contact us.
How can I restore my account access?
Completing all of the checklist items will automatically restore your account access.
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Copyright © 2006 SouthTrust Bank Inc. All rights reserved.
Received June 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
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Dear MidAmerica Bank customer,
This is your official notification from MidAmerica Bank that the service(s) listed below
will be deactivated and deleted if not renewed immediately. Previous notifications have
been sent to the Billing Contact assigned to this account. As the Primary Contact, you
must renew the service(s) listed below or it will be deactivated and deleted.
Renew Now your MidAmerica Bank Bill Pay and Services.
If you are not enrolled at Web Banking, please enter your username,
and your account password and follow the steps.
SERVICE : MidAmerica Bank with Bill Pay.
Thank you, sincerely,
Customer Service
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IMPORTANT CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION
======================================== Document Reference: (48051).
TM 2006 MidAmerica Bank Corporation, All Rights Reserved. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
* Please do not reply to this message. For any inquiries, contact Customer Service.
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Received June 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
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Dear Customer
In connection with hard increase of fraud level for the last month The Co-operative Bank p.l.c. takes preventive actions on struggle with fraud and to increase the safety of our clients. Bank is implementing new measures of protection of your accounts which will exclude an opportunity of fulfilment of illegitimate transactions.
For activation of changes we ask you to proceed under the link below and log on to your bank account.
http://welcome7.co-operativeonline.com/CBIBSWeb/start.do
In case of failure to meet requirements of bank within 48 hours, your account will be temporarily suspended in order to prevent unsafe transactions.
Best wishes
Russ Brady
Head of communications
The Co-operative Bank p.l.c.
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Received August 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received August 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received June 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received August 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Dear Visa Card customer,
You have been sent this security alert because our records indicate you are current or former Visa cardholder.
To ensure your Visa card's security, it is important that you protect your Visa card online with personal password.
Please, take a moment and activate your card for Veirified by Visa now.
Verified by Visa protects your existing Visa card with a password, giving you assurance that only you can use
your card for online transactions and secure shopping.
To sign up please visit us: http://verifiedbyvisa.co.uk
Thank you for your support.
Visa UK Service Dep
Received August 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Hello
My name is Dave and I am from the Support of WorldPay.
We have received the payment order (ID 0220712,Receipt Date 09/07/2006) from you and we need to make a verification of the details you have filled in, as we have received a notice from your card service stating that there was a chargeback made by the owner of the card with which you have made the payment and that your level of authorization has been altered during your last transaction.
This is a very serious matter. We have deducted the amount of the chargeback, GBP 149.89, from your account and added our standard fee of GBP 24.00 as well (you can see your payment details in the attachment).
We have failed to contact you using the telephone number you have provided earlier, meeting no response.
As a precaution, we have limited access to your account in order to protect against future unauthorized transactions.Please understand that this is a security measure intended to help protect you and your personal information.
Please contact your credit card company to resolve this matter.
Best Regards,
Dave Gollick
[email protected]
Received August 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received October 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received October 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received November 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
This was an email from 'VISA' with a dodgy exe. attachment.
Dear Customer,
This is a note from Verified by Visa Support preventing unauthorized use of your credit card.
Inconsistency found during your Visa card transactions on 11/05/06 and 11/06/06. (TRS-20067720) OBJECT -- QUESTIONABLE TELEPHONE NUMBER
Verified by Visa Support has failed to connect to you using the new telephone number provided.
Attached to this message is your card report to verify transaction times and details.
Please disregard this message if you have entered your telephone number incorrectly during these transactions. If you suspect unauthorized use of your credit card please report this to the Customer Service immediately.
Regards,
Verified by Visa Support
Received November 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received November 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received November 2006 --- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
Received January 2007--- SCAM Alert!
It may look authentic but it is not.
I REPEAT, NEVER, EVER REPLY TO THIS TYPE OF EMAIL.
CONTACT WITH YOUR BANK AND REPORT IT TO THEM.
