Phishing Emails - Important: Please update your Bank of America account 2007
Below we show an example of a phising email that we have received.
We can confirm that this is not a valid email, so if you have received such an email please delete it.
If you have visited the link and revealed any security information then you must immediately contact your bank.
Do not delay!
If you are quick enough, you might prevent the fraudsters from emptying your bank account.
Your bank might not be aware of this email and are as much a victim as you.
Take your security seriously and never disclose your security details unless you have checked that the website address is correct.
If in doubt - phone your branch.
From address: Bank of America
Subject: Important: Please update your Bank of America account
Content Dear Bank of America Client :
We are encountered some tehnical errors in our database, Please update your profile .
You can access your profile at https://www.bankofamerica.com
This process is mandatory, and if not completed within the nearest time your account may be subject for temporary suspension.
For help please contact Bank of America Customer Service immediately by email at customerservice@bankofamerica.com or call us at 1-800-552-7302 .
Thank you for using bankofamerica.com!
The above is an example of a phishing email - it is an attempt to rob you of money. If you receive this email, just bin it!
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