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Phishing Emails
Analysis: Amazon 'Suspicious Login' Alert
Risk Score: 85/100 (Dangerous)
Example of the Scam
Subject: Sign-In attempt from new device
Hello, There was a suspicious login to your account from a new device in another country. Please click the link below to verify your identity and secure your account. If this was not you, please login here immidiately: www.amazon-logins.de/verify - The Amazon Team
AI Analysis from Shield
Explanation
This email creates a false emergency to rush you into clicking a malicious link. The spelling error ('immidiately') and the unofficial link are clear signs of a phishing attempt.
Highlighted Content
If this was not you, please login here immidiately: www.amazon-logins.de/verify
Key Red Flags
- Generic greeting
- Spelling mistakes
- Link to fake login page
How to Protect Yourself
- Check for spelling and grammar errors. Large companies like Amazon have professional copywriters.
- Instead of clicking links in emails, go directly to the official website (amazon.com) and log in there to check for any alerts.
- This type of scam is often sent from a non-official email address.
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