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…You receive a text message, which may appear in the same thread as genuine text messages from HSBC The text message claims there was an attempt to gain access to your account or fraudulent activity It includes a phone number to call - this is … Scam screenshot of text message. Text header reads 'HSBC ALERT' and text reads 'Your payment to (account number) was stopped for further checks. If this was NOT you please contact us on (phone number).' … News The National-Anti Scam Centre is warning HSBC customers to watch out for scam texts that appear to be from their bank.…
…. “We are seeing reports from consumers that they have received text messages claiming their address … News Australians are being warned to be alert this holiday season to scammers sending text messages … to be alert this holiday season to scammers sending text messages and emails impersonating Australia Post…
… multiple reports of phishing scams sent via email or text message that claim to be providing official … . “Understandably, people want information on the pandemic, but they should be wary of emails or text messages … fears around coronavirus and selling products claiming to prevent or cure the virus. Australians should…
… also warned consumers to be wary of emails or text messages claiming recipients have won tickets in … Ticket scams emerge around popular music and sporting events; and the World Cup tournament in South Africa is no different. These include fraudulent travel packages, individuals trying to sell tickets they don’t possess and bogus websites or emails claiming to sell tickets. Scammers will go to great lengths…
…Beware of “voucher prize” scam text messages … News SCAMwatch is warning consumers not to respond to text messages which claim you have won a voucher SCAMwatch is warning consumers not to respond to text messages which claim you have won a voucher, when in fact you are entering into an expensive mobile premium SMS service. … You may receive a text message from an unknown number congratulating you on winning a voucher from a competition you supposedly entered into. This scam uses (without authority) brand names and logos of well-known companies and products in order to make the prize look legitimate. The voucher is for a high…
… spring up in response to the bushfires, including: Calls and text messages impersonating businesses or … email compromise scams where the scammer impersonates a high level employee in a business claiming the … and crowdfunding sites claiming to be fundraising where it is dubious that the money raised will…
… investment platforms. The platforms claim to use AI and other technologies like quantum computing to create … Screenshot of fake news item, showing newsreader with text below, reading 'Deposit $250 into your account and get a guaranteed withdrawal of $30,000 every month' Screenshot of scam AI online trading sign … - News item × Screenshot of fake news item, showing newsreader with text below, reading 'Deposit $250…
… such as falsely selling coronavirus-related products online, and using fake emails or text messages to try … about the coronavirus, being sent by text, social media and email products claiming to be a vaccine or cure for the coronavirus investment scams claiming coronavirus has created opportunities. … or click on links in emails, text messages or social media messages you’ve received from strangers — just press delete. Never respond to unsolicited messages and calls that ask for personal or financial details…
… or a benefit, or claim that you are in trouble.” “Do not click on any links in messages that come to you out … reports that Scamwatch received so far this year, 113,000 were about phone scams. Scammers call or text people and claim to be from well-known businesses or government to steal people’s personal information…
… is fake parcel delivery notifications via text message or email. “Australia Post will never ask you … a fake item or nothing at all.” “They also post fake ads on classified websites, often claiming…