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Internet fraud Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) 
 This consumer protection site provides news about and current examples of e-mail fraud and scams (archived back to September 2003 with commentaries and summaries of known details). Also includes a list of Web resources providing trend reports, help for those who have been scammed, and the origin of the term "phishing." The APWG is "focused on eliminating the identity theft and fraud that result from the growing problem of phishing and email spoofing." http://www.antiphishing.org Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Crime Last updated Sep 2, 2004 FTC Father's Day
This animated father's day greeting contains "a few 'phish' & tips to keep you net-wise." Includes a link to the fact sheet "How Not to Get Hooked by a 'Phishing' Scam," explaining the scams involving "Internet fraudsters who send spam or pop-up messages to lure personal information (credit card numbers, bank account information, Social Security number, passwords, or other sensitive information) from unsuspecting victims." Also available in Spanish. From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). http://www.ftc.gov/dad Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Corruption & Fraud, Holidays and Observances Individually Last updated May 29, 2008 Internet Auctions: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
"Among the thousands of consumer fraud complaints the FTC receives yearly, those dealing with online auction fraud consistently rank at or near the top of the list." This fact sheet provides tips for buyers and sellers of items on online auction websites, a list of types of auction fraud, an explanation of auction rules and payment options, and places to file a complaint. Also available in Spanish. From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/tech/tec07.shtm Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Internet Last updated Jul 28, 2008 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
"The IC3 gives the victims of cyber crime a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities of suspected criminal or civil violations. For law enforcement and regulatory agencies at the federal, state, local and international level, IC3 provides a central referral mechanism for complaints involving Internet related crimes." A partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). http://www.ic3.gov/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance Last updated Jun 28, 2009 LooksTooGoodToBeTrue.com
This website contains background information and alerts about Internet scams and fraud, covering topics such as identity theft, hacking, phishing, spam, spyware, job scams, Ponzi and pyramid schemes, online auctions, sweepstakes and lotteries, and counterfeit payments. Includes a FAQ, victims' stories, a fraud risk test, and links to places to file a complaint about online fraud. A joint project of federal law enforcement agencies and industry partners. http://www.lookstoogoodtobetrue.com Topics: Business, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Corruption & Fraud, Crime, Finance, Internet Last updated Nov 23, 2005 Pharming: Is Your Trusted Web Site a Clever Fake?
Brief questions and answers about "pharming," the Internet scam in which "criminal hackers redirect Internet traffic from one Web site to a different, identical-looking site in order to trick you into entering your user name and password into the database on their fake site." The term is spelled with a "ph" because it is "part of an underground slang system." From Microsoft. http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/phishing/pharming.mspx Topics: Computers, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Corruption & Fraud, Crime, Internet Last updated Jun 8, 2007 ScamBusters.org
An e-zine devoted to stopping spam and alerting the public to frauds and online hazards. Most issues take on a single topic such as viruses, online auctions, identity theft, urban legends, and credit card fraud. Published irregularly, the newsletter is archived back to its inception in 1995. Searchable. http://www.scambusters.org/ Topics: Corruption & Fraud, Internet, Media, Media Last updated Nov 18, 2002 ScamBusters.org: Hurricane Katrina Scams
"Many different types of Hurricane Katrina scams are already making the rounds -- find out what they are, how to protect yourself, and how you can help." Covers phishing, fake charities, spam, and other fraudulent activities. http://www.scambusters.org/hurricanekatrinascams.html Topics: Hurricane Katrina Last updated Sep 22, 2005 Sham Site Is a Scam: There Is No "National Do Not E-mail Registry"
A warning to consumers about commercial sites masquerading as a legitimate government do-not-call site. "The FTC advises consumers not to submit their email addresses to any organization that claims to be creating a do not spam list." From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2004/02/spamcam.shtm Topics: Advertising & Marketing, Business, Corruption & Fraud Last updated Jul 28, 2007 Special Report on "Phishing"
This 2004 report discusses "criminals' creation and use of e-mails and websites ... to deceive Internet users into disclosing their bank and financial account information or other personal data." Covers risks, tips for avoiding phishing schemes, and contact information for reporting phishing emails. Opens directly into a PDF file. From the United States Department of Justice. http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/fraud/docs/phishing.pdf Topics: Corruption & Fraud, Crime Last updated May 6, 2007 |
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