Beware Fake Unsubscribe Links: A New Phishing Scam
2025-06-15
Online scammers are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics, including deepfake audio and AI-generated images. However, some continue to use simpler methods, such as fake unsubscribe links in emails. Clicking these links can lead to malicious websites designed to steal login credentials or other personal information. The article recommends using email service provider's 'list-unsubscribe headers' for safer unsubscribing, or simply marking as junk. Setting up dummy email accounts or leveraging browser privacy features are also effective countermeasures.
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