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Phishing Emails - Barclays Bank PLC Jan 2007

Below we show an example of a phising email that we have received. We can confirm that this is not a valid email (we have no accounts with them), 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. And remember, why would a bank email you a threat to close down an account?

From address: Barclays Bank PLC
Subject: March Service Update
Content Dear customer!
In New Year for security reasons we have improved our security system by producing protective certificates generated using your personal information, especially for You. Every our client will have personal certificate using which you will be able to access your online bank account at any time. (The certificate storage should be Flash Drive, USB storage). Please use link below to create your personal bank certificate: [link removed]

Customer Service
Barclays UK
http://www.barclays.co.uk/

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!

Worried about becoming a victim of phishing? A decent spam filter should remove most phishing emails for you. Some software, such as Panda's internet security, also offer Phishing protection. Have a look now!