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'Phishing' or fake security emails

Numerous "phishing" or fake security emails purporting to be from Amazon, HSBC, PayPal or other major financial institutions or retailers. These spam emails can be very convincing. The FSA says "These emails urge customers to submit personal details to avoid fraud and the de-activation of their account. Those duped into providing their details run the risk of losing money from their account or even having their identity stolen."

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