Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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hey...
just recieved a couple of emails which look to be from ebay but i'm not clicking on anything because i'm not sure. can you have a quick read through these and see if you think they're dodgy. all have proper ebay headers etc...
thanks
tim
email 1... admin@ebay.verify9184.com
Dear english_tim@hotmail.com:
At this time we need you to confirm your online account with our existing database. As soon as our database will be updated we need to make a few important anouncements to our customers so please update your contact information with no delay. The account statement for your Online account can be confirmed at any time clicking here:
Respond to this notification.
Our database will be instantly updated.
We are committed to the responsible use and protection of customer information on our website. At ebay we are dedicated to provide you with exceptional service and to ensure your trust. If you have any questions regarding our services, please check the website or call our customer service
email 2... admin@ebay.id-1752.com
Dear english_tim@hotmail.com:
When people break our policies, violate consumer trust and the law of the land, eBay and PayPal work with law enforcement throughout the world to apprehend and prosecute fraudsters. Our diligence in this area is evidenced by the arrests that are made and the trust that is built both within the community and with law enforcement. Most importantly, we do this without compromising our commitment to our member's privacy. eBay, Inc., has established a Fraud Investigations Team (FIT) to promote safe use of our platforms, and to collaborate with law enforcement throughout the world to enforce policies, prosecute fraudsters and help keep our Community safe.
Valued eBay Member,
We are contacting you to remind you that on 07 JUN 2005 we identified some unusual activity in your account coming from a foreign IP address :capitol.guatemala-203-pc.in ( IP address located in India ) . We have been notified that a card associated with your account has been reported as lost or stolen and involved in fraudulent transactions, or that there were additional problems with your card.
According to our site policy you will have to confirm that you are the real owner of the eBay account by completing the following form or else your account will be marked as fraudulent , and will remain open for investigation. You will pay for the fees wich will result from the financial transactions between eBay and FIT ( Fraud Investigations Team ) .
https://signin.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?SignIn&co_partnerId=2&pUserId=&siteid=0&pageType=&pa1=&i1=&bshowgif=&Using (some of this removed to stop people clicking the link)
eBay's Privacy Policy and Law Enforcement Disclosure: We care deeply about the privacy of the eBay community and will protect the privacy of our members even while working closely with law enforcement to prevent criminal activity. If you are unsure about our privacy practices, please visit eBay's Privacy Central for more information.
[Edited on 07-06-2006 by Pop]
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Ian
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Registered: 28th Aug 99
Location: Liverpool
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Scam. I'll read it properly and pass comment in a moment.
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John
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Registered: 30th Jun 03
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ebay would use your ebay name.
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Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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thanks - my ebay name is english_tim ...
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John
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Registered: 30th Jun 03
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Hmm think thats just a coincedence that its the same as your email address.
They don't use the email address when corresponding with you.
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Ian
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Registered: 28th Aug 99
Location: Liverpool
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They're not using your real name, only email address, which indicates to me that they don't know your real name. eBay would.
That indian address isn't valid, or an IP address as they state and furthermore if they care so much about privacy why are they supplying that to you - so you can retaliate yourself or somethign?
Also that link - check the source of the mail if you can, probably displaying one thing and linking to another.
ps. check this web site, its cool.
http://www.nakedladies.com/allfree/specialoffer.htm
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John
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Registered: 30th Jun 03
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That link is legit though.
Is that the only one in the emails?
Edit to say you've just copied the text and not the link under it as Ian has pointed out.
[Edited on 07-06-2006 by John]
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Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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 at the website...
thanks for the help... i'll delete the emails
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Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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i've just chopped the link down a bit just incase anyone off here was going to click it and something bad might happen
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Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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so should i just delete the emails and ignore it?
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John
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Registered: 30th Jun 03
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Yes.
The link you posted on here was ok.
That took you to ebay.
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Pop
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Registered: 8th May 03
Location: Reading
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thanks 
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