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Airline ticketing scam emails which may cause computer viruses

SCAMwatch is warning consumers to beware of an airline ticketing scam that can download malicious software onto your computer.

12 Aug 2008

Inheritance scam in your letterbox

The Australian community is warned to be wary of inheritance scam letters from scammers.

7 Aug 2008
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  • Inheritance scams 1
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  • Inheritance & unexpected money 1
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  • Online shopping scams 2
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  • Unexpected money 1
  • Travel, prizes and lottery scams 1
Date
  • 2008 2
    • August 2008 2
      • 12 August 2008 1
      • 07 August 2008 1
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