Have you seen any strange PDF attachments in your Microsoft Outlook lately? There’s been a rise in phishing emails containing PDF attachments sent to Outlook users in recent months. These emails often pretend to be from Amazon and aim to trick Outlook users in North America, Southern Europe, and Asia.
Kingston Police say in this scheme, scammers pose as Amazon support, claiming there are billing errors in your Amazon account. They ask you to click a link in the email to fix the issue by updating your billing info. These cybercriminals cleverly disguise their harmful links using URL shorteners and other methods, making it hard to identify the unsafe links. Clicking these links could lead you to a fake website that aims to steal your login details or credit card information. Moreover, the PDF attachments in these emails may contain malware, posing security risks if downloaded to your device.
Here are some tips to stay safe:
- Always be cautious with unexpected emails, especially if they request personal or financial details.
- If an email asks you to verify your account information, go directly to the official website instead of clicking on any links in the email.
- Remember, this scam isn’t just for Outlook users. Anyone using email can be targeted, so be careful with the emails you receive.
Stop, look, and think before taking action. Don’t fall for the tricks of scammers.
Written by Emily Chatwood
