IRS Phishing Scam Alert
Unclassified – Approved for Theater Distribution
Date: October 29, 2007
To: Expats
From: Steven Palazzo, Expat CPA
Re: Internet Scams - Phishing
Latest activity in phishing scams now involve counterfit IRS emails. Many Expats have contacted me about this because it appears to be an officially sanctioned IRS email. It’s not and it’s false.
Here is the IRS report on the new phishing scam please read and provide to your coworkers -
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=170894,00.html
And how to report and protect yourself can be viewed at -
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=155682,00.html
Wikipeida definition of phishing –
In computing, phishing is an attempt to criminally and fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. eBay, PayPal and online banks are common targets. Phishing is typically carried out by email or instant messaging,[1] and often directs users to enter details at a website, although phone contact has also been used.[2] Phishing is an example of social engineering techniques used to fool users.[3] Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, public awareness, and technical measures.
Please protect yourselves,
Regards,
Steven Palazzo, CPA
Palazzo & Co, CPA
PO Box 4634
Biloxi, MS 39535
228-396-8800 - Office
866-272-9224 - Toll Free
305-768-0483 - Fax
spalazzo@palazzocpa.com
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