Guest LilBambi Posted September 9, 2003 Share Posted September 9, 2003 CrimeResearch.org: Fake websites on the IncreaseCyber-criminals are netting millions of pounds by setting up fake websites that mimic well-established companies and persuading visitors to part with credit card details and personal information. Referred to as 'spoofing', it is the fastest-growing fraud on the web and victims include Amazon, AOL, PayPal and a number of global banks. In a recent case a gang of African fraudsters set up a fake version of NatWest's online service and used it to con two people out of more than £100,000. The website was identical to that of the real bank but contained an additional 'the' at the beginning of the web address. Once the con was discovered the site was closed but the people behind it have not been caught. NatWest's owners, the Royal Bank of Scotland, have bought up a wide range of website addresses which feature 'natwest' in the hope to prevent future scams.More information at the site.Forwarned is forearmed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prelude76 Posted September 9, 2003 Share Posted September 9, 2003 think we'll see "www.scottsnewsletter.com/forums" offering up fake and misleading computer help? (note the extra T, in case you missed it)whats equally as bad is websites that offere a billion links, popups, and porn when you misspell a popular website by one letter. such as www.yahou.com , but i'm not LINKING it coz theres is a fake annoying virus javascript warning ad at the start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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