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Warning!!!

Tue, 03/06/2008 - 16:17

I've been getting lots of phishing scams in my hotmail account recently. I bank with HSBC - so why I've been getting Lloyds, NatWest, RBS "confirm your details" type emails I know to ignore them.

 This afternoon I got one from hsbc's 'service' account with the following message: 

 

Dear HSBC Customer,  2008 Security

HSBC Bank Plc is hereby announcing the New Security Upgrade. We've upgraded our new SSL servers to serve our customers for a better and secure banking service,against any fraudulent activities.

Due to this recent upgrade, you are requested to update your account information by clicking the link below.

https://Securityalert.HSBC.co.uk/1/2/

HSBC Bank Plc
Security Advisor
HSBC Bank PLC.

Click the link - and it often looks like a legit site. But it's not...HSBC specifically say on their website they will never contact you about your account via email. If you click the link above it says 'This is a reported phishing website'. 

Anyone else noticing more 'phishing' email activity recently?

 

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