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Phishing Emails - Halifax Bank PLC March 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. And remember, why would a bank email you a threat to close down an account?

From address: Halifax Bank PLC
Subject: Online Banking Urgent Security Notice
Content Halifax Online Security Department has been receiving complaints from our customers for unauthorised uses of the Halifax Online Banking accounts. As a result we are temporarily shutting down some selected Halifax Online Banking Accounts perceived vulnerable to this, pending till the time we carry out proper verification by the account owner. Halifax Online Banking is committed to ensure the safeguard of each customer personal information, making sure only authorised individuals have access to their accounts.

As a first step to have Your Halifax Online Banking Access reactivated please reconfirm your identity by using the link provided below.

[url removed]

These instructions are sent to and should be followed by all Halifax Online Banking clients,to avoid service deactivation after the verification is completed. We apologise for any inconveniences and thank you for your cooperation.

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!