The Scam Exposed:
A new scam has been reported, with the domain support-b2fbcommunity.github.io being used to impersonate other websites. This phishing site has been reported 16 times, and it is important for senior citizens to be aware of the warning signs to stay safe.
The scam works by creating a fake website that looks similar to a legitimate one, in order to trick people into giving away their personal information. The warning signs of this scam include a website that looks suspicious or has spelling mistakes, and a request for personal information such as passwords or credit card numbers.
Warning Signs:
- A website that looks suspicious or has spelling mistakes
- A request for personal information such as passwords or credit card numbers
- A website that is not secure, or does not have a lock icon in the address bar
To stay safe, it is important to be cautious when visiting websites, especially if they are asking for personal information. Always make sure the website is secure, and never give away your personal information unless you are sure it is a legitimate website.
Simple steps to stay safe: always check the website address to make sure it is correct, and never click on links from unknown emails or messages. By being aware of these warning signs and taking simple steps to stay safe, you can protect yourself from this phishing site and other scams like it.
Think you were contacted by this? Do not send money or share codes. Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, or call the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-372-8311.