How 1 man got scammed in seconds using Google
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Scammers have become skilled at creating convincing fake websites that can easily fool unsuspecting users. The CyberGuy offers tips to protect yourself.
"I wanted to sign up for PayPal and used Google to get the website. After the 'website' popped up, it asked me for the usual name, address, etc. and my credit card number with the expiration and 3-digit code. Almost immediately, I received a flash message from my credit card company asking if I made a purchase at a company in OKLA. I live in MA and had the card in my lap. The information was stolen, and a purchase was made almost immediately. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurt’s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.
"The credit card company tried to contact where the purchase was made but the telephone number was a fake. The thieves tried a second purchase which was declined as the credit card company closed my account. This all happened in a 10-minute span."
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