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Phishing Scam

Scam attempts made by hackers trying to trick you into giving out personal information, usually performed through emails where a spoofed link leads you to a website where phishers get your info. a message, usually delivered via email (and less frequently via telephone), that falsely claims to be from a lawful business or otherwise legitimate entity or person. The message attempts to entice the recipient into providing personal information such as Social Security, credit card, and bank account numbers. This information, if obtained, is later used to commit identity theft.

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