Examples of Fraudulent Emails
Many fraudulent emails provide clues that they are indeed fake. Misspelled words,
urgent appeals, money offerings and unfamiliar return addresses are all signs of
a fraudulent email. You should also be aware, however, that these fraudulent emails
are becoming more creative and sophisticated and often include a seemingly legitimate
business reason, such as a survey. Ironically, some even pretend that they’re trying
to protect consumers from fraud. However, eventually they get to the same point:
asking for consumers for confidential bank card or account information, either online
or by phone. And that’s the red flag that should stop you in your tracks! Even if
you don't see any obvious signs that an email is fraudulent, but you suspect it
could be, contact us immediately.
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Fraudulent Email – Example #1
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Dear Valued Customers,
IMPORTANT NOTE : You are reciving this letter regarding a new user ID and Password
Being assigned to our customers , You should begin to use the new ID and Password
after filling a small form please Click Here Please take 2 minutes to update your
information with us on files , Incase of delay your online account can be suspended
and limited access.
Kind Regards,
Susquehanna Bank
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Fraudulent Email – Example #2
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Dear Susquehanna Bank member,
We have changed your online account username and password because you have violated
our Terms and Conditions. Your account is now suspended.
New Login Information:
USER:48011651
PASSWORD:xPf!HGuzP
Please unsuspend and confirm your Online Account within 24 hours after reading this
message. Ignoring this message will result into account removal.
Unsuspend by clicking here.
Regards
Susquehanna is a regional financial services holding company with assets of approximately
$14 billion. It includes a commercial bank that provides financial services at more
than 230 branch locations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Through Susquehanna Wealth
Management, the company offers investment, fiduciary, brokerage, insurance, retirement
planning and private banking services. Susquehanna also operates an insurance and
employee benefits company, a commercial finance company, and a vehicle leasing company.
Our extensive portfolio of financial products and services is managed locally to
provide maximum value to our customers and communities. We invite you to get to
know us better through the information and links provided.
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Fraudulent Email – Example #3
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Fraudulent Email – Example #4
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Fraudulent Email – Example #5
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