Do you use Ebay or Gumtree? Well this month The AVG antivirus group have announced the Online Shopping Over-pay scam is their number one reported problem.
So what is the over-payment
scam? I'm glad you asked...
Hackers are sending emails out to users of Ebay, Gumtree and Paypal saying that they were over-payed and wish to return the excess money to you. (Bless their souls) As usual, the hackers ask for your personal details, mainly your Paypal account which they then fleece.
Remember, the legitimate Ebay, Gumtree and Paypal already have your details and will never contact you asking for personal information! Simply delete the email and enjoy your time online!
-Sarge
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