Phishing May 24, 2024

Scam Type

Phishing Scam

Business Name Used

McAfee / imposter

Date Reported

May 24, 2024

Postal Code

98036

Total Dollars Lost

$ 0

Scam Description

They sent an email saying the following:
McAfee Order Id: 116-654-5564
Thu 23 May 2024
Dear Subscriber,
Based on the digital signature that you submitted when the software initially installed, the Premium Plus Plan has been automatically applied to your application­­­­­­­­­­­­­.
Your Bank Card (xxxxxxxxxxxxx) has been successfully authorized. The charge on your bank statement will appear as McAfee.
We send you this email to inform you that your service has expired and your subscription has been renewed today. so, you have been charged $349.99 for McAfee protection. Amount has been auto debited from your Bank Account and it will reflect into your bank account statement within 24 hours.
Having trouble with this invoice?
My Account is the best way to manage your McAfee subscription and adjust your email communication settings. If you purchased directly from McAfee, you can also use your McAfee account to view your invoice and update payment information.
If you have any questions regarding your account, please contact our office at + 1 (800) 4.’0.’5-8.’1.’7.’4.
Thanks & Regards
McAfee Support LLC.
Payment Confirmation
Account Number:
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Invoice Number:
8916316669
Security Plan:
McAfee Annual Subscription.
Message:
PAYMENT PROCESSED 612341.
Reference ID :
XX-453465687678900
Total Paid Amount:
349.99USD
Order Id: 116-654-5564
Thu 23 May 2024

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