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2. Locky - Wikipedia

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   It is delivered by email (that is allegedly an invoice requiring payment) with an attached Microsoft Word document that contains malicious macros. [1] When the user opens the document, it appears to be full of gibberish, and includes the phrase "Enable macro if data encoding is incorrect," a social engineering technique.

3. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Sometimes these emails can contain dangerous viruses or malware that can infect your computer by downloading attached software, screensavers, photos, or offers for free products. Additionally, be wary if you receive unsolicited emails indicating you've won a prize or contest, or asking you to forward a petition or email.

4. Email fraud - Wikipedia

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   Counterfeit Invoice Ploy: You get an email with an invoice claiming you owe money for a product or service you never ordered. The email looks legitimate and includes the official logo of the business or school. Opening the attachment can potentially infect your computer with malware.

5. How to Block Annoying Emails for Good - AOL

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   If you receive an email from someone you trust but feel unsure about the link or attachment, Payton recommends contacting the sender or running the link or attachment through VirusTotal, a free ...

6. Fake invoice phishing scam still going strong - AOL

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   Fake invoice phishing scam still going strong. April 4, 2022 at 6:31 PM. A top scam of 2021, the fake invoice scam, is still happening in 2022. Show comments. Advertisement. Advertisement.

7. Inappropriate advertising on AOL

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   Tips to avoid spyware and malware. Always keep your Microsoft Windows operating system up to date and ensure that the latest security updates are installed using the Windows Update utility. Use antivirus software to protect your computer from viruses and other malware and always keep your antivirus definitions and databases up-to-date.

8. Protecting your AOL Account

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   • Don’t download files from unknown sources, either from your email or the web. • Don’t download attachments (pictures, games, electronic greetings) unless it’s from someone you know. If you think you have a virus, we recommend that you immediately use antivirus software to run a scan.

9. Emotet - Wikipedia

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   Second-stage payloads can be any type of executable code, from Emotet's own modules to malware developed by other cybercrime gangs. Initial infection of target systems often proceeds through a macro virus in an email attachment. The infected email is a legitimate-appearing reply to an earlier message that was sent by the victim. [6]