Amazon Accounts Targeted by New Phishing Scam — Here’s How to Stay Safe

A wave of phishing scams is currently targeting Amazon users, putting millions of accounts at risk. Criminals are sending fake emails and text messages that appear to come from Amazon, tricking users into clicking on links that lead to fraudulent login pages. If you enter your details on these fake pages, your account can be hijacked.

Amazon has confirmed that some of these phishing messages claim your Prime subscription is being renewed at a suspicious price. The messages often include personal information to make them look more believable. In some cases, users are sent text messages about fake refunds or order issues, further increasing the chances of someone falling for the scam.

Cybersecurity firm Guardio recently reported a dramatic rise in such attacks, noting a 5000% increase in fake Amazon texts over just two weeks. These messages aim to trick users into entering their Amazon credentials, which the attackers can then use to take over accounts.

While Amazon has removed tens of thousands of fake websites and phone numbers used in these scams, the attacks continue to spread. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has also issued warnings, reminding consumers that Amazon will never ask for sensitive information over email or text.

To help protect users, Amazon is urging everyone to update their security settings. Here’s what you should do right away:

1. Turn on Two-Step Verification (2SV)

This adds an extra layer of protection to your account.

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