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Tech Support Scams
Analysis: Fake Geek Squad Renewal Email
Risk Score: 88/100 (Dangerous)
Example of the Scam
From: Geek Squad Invoices <billing@geeksquad-renew.com>
Subject: Invoice #GS-987654: Your Geek Squad Protection Plan has been renewed.
Dear Valued Member, Your Geek Squad PC Protection Plan has been auto-renewed for $499.99. This charge will appear on your statement within 24 hours. Not you? To cancel this transaction, please call our 24/7 Toll-Free helpline: +1 (888) 123-4567. Sincerely, Geek Squad Team
AI Analysis from Shield
Explanation
This is a refund/tech support scam. The invoice is fake. If you call the number, the scammer will try to convince you there's a problem with your computer and ask for remote access to 'fix' it, which can lead to data theft or malware installation.
Highlighted Content
To cancel this transaction, please call our 24/7 Toll-Free helpline: +1 (888) 123-4567.
Key Red Flags
- Fake invoice for a service you didn't order
- Urges you to call a number to cancel
- Uses a non-official phone number
How to Protect Yourself
- Check your bank statements for the charge. If it's not there, the invoice is fake.
- Never call a phone number from a suspicious email. Find the official number on the company's website.
- Legitimate companies don't typically handle cancellations exclusively through phone calls prompted by an invoice email.