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Eagle_1
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What is the way to check if an email is a fraud ?
I received one from my bank and have forwarded it back to them but dont know how long it takes banks to reply.
Theres a link in the email for me to click to verify my account but im scared to click it lol
help
I received one from my bank and have forwarded it back to them but dont know how long it takes banks to reply.
Theres a link in the email for me to click to verify my account but im scared to click it lol
help

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I don't know about your bank, but my bank (hsbc) never sends emails.0
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What is the way to check if an email is a fraud ?
I received one from my bank and have forwarded it back to them but dont know how long it takes banks to reply.
Theres a link in the email for me to click to verify my account but im scared to click it lol
help
You have answered your own question0 -
Just supposing I clicked the link what would happen ?
Im not blonde, im just thick when it comes to pc security and stuff0 -
It would most likely take you to a spoof site, that looks identical to your bank, then fool you into entering all your details, including card number, pin, and CVV number. I tried it on an old PC, that was due for disposal, for a laugh to see what would happen. It would probably also download some spyware, keylogger etc.A friend is someone who understands your past, believes in your future, and accepts you just the way you are.0
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