Entering my credit card details into a phishing site to see what happens

Science & Technology

Introduction

I received an email from someone claiming they saw a suspicious video and provided a link to investigate. The link took me to a fake USPS tracking page, with numerous red flags indicating it was a phishing site. Despite asking for my credit card details under the guise of a re-delivery fee, the site did not charge me immediately, indicating they may have saved my information for later use. Ten hours later, I discovered a fraudulent charge on my card. This experience sheds light on the importance of being wary of suspicious links and protecting your personal information online.

Keywords

Phishing, Scam, USPS, Credit card details, Fraudulent charge, Red flags, Online security

FAQ

  1. How can I identify a phishing site? A phishing site may have suspicious URLs, ask for personal information like credit card details unsolicited, and not behave like a legitimate website in terms of payment processing or security measures.
  2. What can I do to protect myself from online scams? To protect yourself from online scams, be cautious of unsolicited emails or links, verify the legitimacy of websites before providing sensitive information, and regularly monitor your financial accounts for any unauthorized transactions.