scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jun 14, 2011, 1:07 am
I found this in my spam folder today.  Passing it along to warn the rest of you. This is an example of scammers taking advantage of the news.   Yes citibank did have an intruder hack into their systems.   DON'T CLICK THE LINK IN THE EMAIL!!!   This scam uses fear to induce an action.  That...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jun 14, 2011, 1:05 am
I know this is a scam!  first You are not the CEO of craigslist.  Jim Buckmaster is the CEO of Craigslist.  http://www.craigslist.org/about/jim_buckmaster.  Second the ad you referenced has been down for at least a month.   Next, I think if you were a Craiglist employee you would not be us...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jun 14, 2011, 1:04 am
Malicious Software Features Usama bin Laden Links to Ensnare Unsuspecting Computer Users Visit us on the web at www.fbi.gov, and also on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Federal Bureau of Investigation · 935 Pennsylvania Ave NW · Washington DC 20535
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Apr 29, 2011, 4:51 pm
Let me just start out by saying that this scam actually happened to me.   Yes I know, how could I be so foolish. I just happpened to be reviewing my cell phone bill this month because I knew I was close to going over my data plan limits.   I just so happened to see a line for "Applicati...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Mar 7, 2011, 1:02 pm
Another reminder to read the fine print before allowing an application to access your personal info. Also remember to not just hit "Accept" every time. Warning: New virus spreads on Twitter
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jan 20, 2011, 8:56 am
Internet scam alert: Judge Mester is not trapped in Spain - theoaklandpress.com
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jan 10, 2011, 9:23 am
New facebook scam to avoid. Facebook my be the biggest threat to your online security ever. Please be careful what you post. Facebook worm spread via photo album chat lure • The Register
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Dec 15, 2010, 11:01 am
New scam tactic: Fake disk defraggers | InSecurity Complex - CNET News
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Dec 14, 2010, 9:50 pm
Welcome to the Trend Micro Threat Encyclopedia
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Nov 14, 2010, 9:09 pm
I have noticed a disturbing trend.   Many of the major news outlets allow reader to comment on a story.   I have seen a growing number of "This may be a little off topic but, if you need a job check out this web site"  posts attached to a variety of news stories.   For instance a stor...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Nov 12, 2010, 10:17 pm
ABC's 20/20 just ran a story about how the Better Business Bureau rating system is rigged in favor of its' members. Better Business Bureau: The Best Ratings Money Can Buy - ABC News.  The 20/20 article claims as long as money is paid anybody can get an A rating.   The BBB has posted a response �...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Nov 10, 2010, 7:50 am
Gold is a hot topic these days. and at $1400 an ounce my wife's jewelery drawer just might help pay some of those bills. But be warned, there as scammers out to take advantage of this situation. Follow the link for the details. http://wwj.cbslocal.com/2010/11/09/officials-warn-of-gold-inve...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Nov 9, 2010, 12:03 am
$33 Million dollars !!! Wow I am going to get rich.   A little googling around to see if this Vincent Dube is legit.  Wait this guy got the same letter http://www.fraudwatchers.org/forums/showthread.php?p=117028.   Another 419 scam.   FROM THE DESK OF ...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Nov 5, 2010, 6:01 pm
You remember Bernie Madoff (with the money).   He started an entire invest firm based on a ponzi scheme a bilked billions from investors. So how should an investor evaluate an investment oppurtunity to avoid someone like Madoff?  http://www.investorprotection.org/ makes available lots...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 26, 2010, 4:51 pm
Nothing opens up the purse strings of the faithful than a good sob story of the once orphaned, now deaf, cancer struck, widow who can not talk.   Can anything else happen to this woman.  Come on who has that bad of luck!Entire email after the jump !! MY GOOD FRIEND IN CHRIST, I am...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 22, 2010, 5:03 pm
20/20 Has done an excellent report on a scam involving scammers posing as a popular charity. Check out the teaser report here: Massive Make-a-Wish Phone Scam Stealing Millions From American Elderly - ABC News The full story will be on tonight. Tips to remember. ...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 22, 2010, 4:49 pm
I got an email today that reads : "Hi scams, Every time I see one of those late night infomercials about “making money in your underwear” I don’t know whether to laugh, cry, or just get mad. Because I know how many people are being hoodwinked into ...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 20, 2010, 12:42 pm
How-to Guide | Overview | Create The Good
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 20, 2010, 11:31 am
This is a good read. Check it out.Ten Internet Rip-offs Any Fool Should Recognize
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 20, 2010, 8:48 am
You or your elderly parent may be targeted by predators trying to scam you out of big bucks
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 19, 2010, 9:44 pm
I thought you'd appreciate this ecard about avoiding fake check scams from the Consumer Federation of America's Fake Check Task Force. This link will take you to a page within the National Consumers League's http://www.fakechecks.org Web site. Pass it along to warn other people you know! No per...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 19, 2010, 9:31 pm
The FBI has warned me that if I do not provide them proof of my identity by showing my "Immunity Seal of Transfer"  I will not be able to get the $10.5 Million that Bank of America is holding for me. I know what you are thinking.   The email must be legit though.  It has the FBI direc...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Oct 19, 2010, 8:48 pm
I'M GETTING $19,000,000 Million Dollars!!!   From some guy who just emailed me from somewhere in Indonesia.   What !! You don't believe me?   See for you self:   "I am Barrister Hazreen  Abdul.  A deceased  client of mine, who died as a result of a heart-related conditio...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Aug 25, 2010, 10:21 am
Another example of why you should use separate passwords for each online service. Also treat you to paypal information just as you do your checking account. Protect the information and monitor the activity.Video - Breaking News Videos from CNN.com
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Aug 17, 2010, 9:07 am
Sophos flags Facebook 'dislike button' scam | The Social - CNET News
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 28, 2010, 4:49 pm
Video - Breaking News Videos from CNN.com CNN reports about a door to door salesman scam.   They are trying to sell you a burglar alarm while planning to break in later.
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 28, 2010, 4:48 pm
Notorious computer hacker identified and arrested, authorities say - CNN.com
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 28, 2010, 4:46 pm
Online scams target lonely hearts with troops' photos - CNN.com
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 22, 2010, 1:15 am
Browsing around on craigslist minding my own business and looking for a great deal on a skid-steer I stumbled across  an add for a work from home job.   A fresh target !!! I had to follow up.  So following the link I get to 15kprofits.com.   After scrolling for an eternity past a whole lot...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 21, 2010, 10:30 am
Work at home scheme costs local grandmother money, creditThis article is the perfect example of why research of companies that are hiring "work from home" jobs is needed.All that would have take is 5 maybe 10 minutes of checking the bbb.org web site to avoid getting caught up in this scheme.
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 21, 2010, 2:06 am
I admit that I sometime break my own rules and let my guard down from time to time.   Case in point.  Job nab.  Frankly I could use some extra cash and this blog is not exactly paying out big bundles of cash.  So I looked for a part time job.   Came across jobnab by the internet company. ...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 21, 2010, 1:28 am
Just need to pay the membership fee, wit for 12-24 months on a waiting list that you pay to be on. And when / if you are chosen then they pick the car for you and tell you how you need to drive it.They pick the ads. This is another scam that has roots in reality. There really are advertising c...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 21, 2010, 1:13 am
SCAM-BLOCKER.INFO | Scam Scam Blocker I stumbled across this site doing some research for another post. This site makes absolutely no sense. The articles seem to be random words pretending to be be reviews of other web sites. Here is a small sample of the gibberish.Information you can trust on...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 18, 2010, 10:51 pm
Add "Scam" to Your Searches When Checking out a Business, Product, or Web Site
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jul 7, 2010, 12:18 pm
I am sure you have seen these ads before.   "Test Your IQ" or "Take the 10 Minute Mind Quiz".   Sounds fun right.   Who wouldn't want to challenge your spouse or coworker to a little friendly "I am smart than you are!" competition. The catch is that to see you results you must give th...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jun 9, 2010, 9:52 am
Or so the email from internet-career-finder claims... Let's be honest.   Times are tough and a little extra money on the side would go a long way to paying for that new tv I want.   So I was excited to see that I had been hired.   I opened the email to find links promising that I could...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Apr 22, 2010, 12:14 am
Scam are not always the actions of some anonymous bad guy.   Sometimes even well known and trusted corporations get into he act too.   Take Citibank for example.   I was invited by Citibank to open a savings account and keep it for 90 days to make $25.   Not a bad deal.  That is 2.5% return on ...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Apr 20, 2010, 8:24 am
In our down economy many people are looking for a job or an extra income.   This presents the scammers an opportunity to take advantage and earn a little extra income of their own, unless they can be stopped.  The "Go Frugal Blog" at http://www.freeshipping.org/blog/gotcha-13-job-scams-to-avoid/�...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Mar 22, 2010, 2:55 am
Slick advertising often hides a truth.   Tronix country advertises that they offer easy credit terms for the purchase of desktop or laptop computers.   While this may be a good option for some most will find their prices outrageous.  Then consider this, your product will not even ship until after...
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Feb 18, 2010, 8:02 pm
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scams xposed posted an article on Scams-Xposed - Jan 28, 2010, 1:32 am
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