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Business email compromise

A fake executive, colleague or partner uses a spoofed or compromised mailbox to request urgent payments or confidential data.

Payment redirection scams

A fake supplier changes bank details near a real payment deadline. The project and invoice are real; the recipient is not.

Fake purchase orders

An impersonated company or school sends a large order with forged paperwork, requesting credit terms and fast delivery.

Fake invoices and unordered services

An unfamiliar supplier sends an official-looking bill for advertising, listings, supplies or a subscription you did not order.

Fake domain renewal notices

A fake registrar or authority sends an expiry notice that directs administrators to payment or credential theft pages.

Trademark and patent service scams

Application records fuel fake authority or agent messages about invented deadlines, renewal fees or low-cost filing services.

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