Please be aware that Emails x. y.@prohibionatl. com are PHISHING! Names change (`snow shoe´ to circumvent filters) but @prohibionatl.com is always used. Emails inform about a free `gift´. Do not open - delete or mark als phishing.
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Based on the user’s warning, emails from the domain @prohibionatl.com are confirmed phishing scams and should be deleted immediately. The scam attempts to deceive recipients by offering a free “gift,” a common tactic used by cybercriminals.
How to recognize and report the scam
- Identify the domain: The key indicator is the email address ending in
@prohibionatl.com. Always check the full sender email address, as scammers often use slight variations that may be hard to notice at first glance. - Recognize deceptive tactics: The email’s content will likely promise a free “gift” or prize to entice you to click on a link or open an attachment. It might use vague or generic language to avoid filters. The use of names like “snow shoe” is another tactic to get past spam detection.
- Do not engage: The primary rule is to not click any links, download any attachments, or reply to the email.
- Report the email: Use your email client’s built-in “Report Phishing” or “Report Spam” function to flag the message. This helps your email provider block similar attacks in the future.
- Forward to authorities: You can also report the scam to the Anti-Phishing Working Group by forwarding the email to
reportphishing@apwg.org.
General phishing protection
- Be wary of urgency: Phishing emails often create a false sense of urgency to pressure you into acting without thinking.
- Check for errors: Look for poor spelling, grammar, or unusual phrasing, which are common hallmarks of phishing emails.
- Confirm with a legitimate source: If you’re unsure if an email from a known company is real, contact them directly using a phone number or website you know is authentic. Never use the contact information provided in the suspicious email.
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Evidence of scam activity
- User complaints : Numerous online posts, such as those on Reddit, describe receiving fake order confirmations and invoices from the
@prohibionatl.comdomain. - Mimicking legitimate services: The scams often involve impersonating a real service, like PayPal, to trick users. A user’s account with PayPal may show no matching transaction, exposing the email as a fake.
- High-pressure tactics: As with many phishing attempts, the emails create a sense of urgency to pressure recipients into acting quickly and without thinking. The scam might, for example, encourage a user to call a fake “support” number to cancel a fraudulent charge.
- Suspicious email details: Users have noted that the fraudulent emails sometimes come from an Outlook address rather than an official company domain, which is a major red flag.
How to protect yourself
If you receive an email from @prohibionatl.com or any other suspicious address, follow these steps:
- Do not click links or call numbers in the email: This is the most important step. Legitimate companies will not send you urgent requests for personal or financial information through an unexpected link.
- Verify the sender: Check the full email address, not just the display name. Scammers often use addresses that look similar to legitimate ones.
- Contact the company directly: If you believe the message might be legitimate, navigate to the company’s official website by typing the address directly into your browser or using a known bookmark. Use the contact information provided on their official site to confirm if there is an issue.
- Report and delete the email: Forward the phishing email to the Anti-Phishing Working Group at
reportphishing@apwg.org. Then, delete it from your inbox. - Monitor your accounts: Keep a close eye on your bank, credit card, and online accounts for any unusual activity.
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Hi @Herbert_Staniek ,
Thanks for this information ! Phishing is indeed a real threat.
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