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Ozz
09-Aug-2004, 10:04
Had two of these in last 2 days. Are they just hoping I will click the web address they provide and then get scammed or do they somehow have my visa details? Haven't ordered anything online recently with any cards:

Thank you!


Your account is being processed for $89.85, for a 3 month term.
You will receive an account setup confirmation within the next
24 hours with instructions on how to access your account.
If you have any questions regarding this invoice,
please feel free to contact us at <b><a href="http://transcand.com" target="_blank"><i>transcand.com</i></a></b>.


ORDER SUMMARY
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Web Hosting............. $39.85
Setup................... $30.00

Domain Registration..... $20.00
Sales Date.............. 08/08/2004
Domain.................. gerlsb.com

Total Price............. $89.85
Card Type............... Visa

KeefyB
09-Aug-2004, 10:09
Sounds like a scam.The link may be connected to a premium rate dialer or something.Usually connected with gambling or porn sites.
Or just the old "enter card details here"trick.:mad:

[Edited on 9-8-2004 by KeefyB]

antonye
09-Aug-2004, 10:37
It's either clever spam to get you to have a look at the website(s) mentioned, or a phishing exercise to get your credit card details.

Just delete and ignore.

Ozz
09-Aug-2004, 10:49
Thanks guys. Had a load more of the bank ones recently too - you know the 'we need you to confirm your login details etc'.