Scammer sends bulk email pretending to be from a legitimate business, and saying that the receiver\'s account will be charged. The email includes this phone number, though the digit \"0\" is changed to the letter \"O\" to prevent spam filters from seeing it.
When the victim calls that number to protest the charge, the scammer steals the victim\'s person information, such as credit card number, etc., and may also induce the victim to install malicious software. Here is a sample message received:
-------- Forwarded Message --------
Subject: Successfully completed: Your recent Order #184835104.
Date: Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:57:56 -0700 (PDT)
From: PaidUser
To: PaidUser [redacted]
Mcafee Order Date: Monday, June 23, 2025 Order id: VQN20688FS8251 Membership ID: 462589
Your Subscription Is Up to Date Hey PaidUser,
Your Mcafee subscription is scheduled for renewal. An automatic charge of $330.00 will be made for the next 1 Year cycle.
If no changes are needed, no further action is required.
Purchase Details: Plan: AllSafe Coverage Qty: 1x Duration: 1 Year Payment Mode: Auto Debit Due Amount: $330.00
Support is available at 1-864- 516-978O.
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