Top Netflix Scams 2022 — Phishing Texts & Emails
Author: Trend Micro
This article is from Trend Micro.
When it comes to phishing scams, Netflix is one of the most impersonated brands: we’ve been collecting scam cases related to Netflix for a long time, including scam texts and emails. Read on to check what the most common Netflix scams are — and see how to protect yourself!
Netflix Text Phishing Scams
#1 Netflix Payment / Subscription Issues
Falsely claiming that you have to update your account status, scammers prompt you to click on the attached phishing link:
- From: NETFLIX Msg: Your NETFLIX renewal payment has Failed and Your account is temporary on hold. See The Complete Details In The Attachment Below. Additional media content is included. Please check the message in detail
- Alert Netflix – Payment failed we will close your account due to missing on payments watch time log-in <URL>
- Alert : The Netflix membership payment has been failed and account status is Restricted <URL> [Attachment(s) removed]
Source: Reddit
Source: Reddit
The link will take you to a fake Netflix log-in page where you are asked to submit your log-in information or credit card details. Scammers are able to record the credentials and use it to hack into your account or commit other cybercrimes. Don’t fall for it!
#2 Netflix Reward / Gift Online Survey
Sometimes the link will also lead to a fake Netflix survey page that says you can win a free Netflix subscription for a year or another “exclusive reward.” Below is an example:
Sounds tempting? Don’t fall for it — NEVER share your credit card information or other personal data online if you’re not 100% sure of a website’s legitimacy!
Netflix Email Phishing Scams
Netflix phishing attempts are also circulating via emails. Promising you an exclusive reward, scammers lure you into clicking on the embedded button to take an online survey:
Sample fake links featured in Netflix scam emails:
shopingmaster[.]com/id/nfr
shopperlobby[.]com/id/nfr
Of course, there is NO gift — the scammers’ ultimate goal is to steal your personal information! Again, they’ll record everything you enter on these fake pages and use it to commit cybercrime: e.g., hacking into your bank account to withdraw money, or steal your identity. Don’t let them!
How to Protect Yourself
- Double-check the sender’s mobile number/email address.
- Be aware of any too good to be true offers and unknown links. Free gifts and prizes are always a major red flag.
- Turn to Netflix Help Center directly for help if you think there really are issues with your account instead of using links from unknown sources.
- Never click on links or attachments from unknown sources. Use Trend Micro Check to surf the web safely (it’s free!).
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