American Express Email, Another Scam to Get Your Personal Information
You might receive the following email, supposedly from American Express. If you don't have an AMEX card you know it is junk, but if you do you might be tempted to go to the link and investigate.
Don't Do It. Just Delete the email
The email looks like it was sent by American Express, but an investigation will show that it was sent from a hot mail account. Chances are if you click on the link you will be asked for personal information that will either allow the crook to either access your account or steal your identity.
Below is a sample of the email. The link has been removed to prevent you from accidentally going to a Phishing site.
Don't Do It. Just Delete the email
The email looks like it was sent by American Express, but an investigation will show that it was sent from a hot mail account. Chances are if you click on the link you will be asked for personal information that will either allow the crook to either access your account or steal your identity.
Below is a sample of the email. The link has been removed to prevent you from accidentally going to a Phishing site.
Reference Number: 20084156363810
Dear American Express Card holder:
As part of the new security measures, all American Express Card holders are required to complete American Express Customer Form. Please complete the form as soon as possible.
To access the form please click on the following link:
the phony link would be hereThank you for using your American Express Card.
Sincerely,
American Express Customer Service
Most of us are now aware of these phony sites and phishing emails, but another warning will not go astray.
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