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12 March
Energy-saving device scam email
An email which tells you a device can 'reduce energy bills by 92%' leads to a phishing website designed to get you to leave your personal and financial information.
Which? has previously reported on these devices and found customers complaining that they either don't work, don't arrive or have been charged twice for buying one.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Malicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
10 March
Total AV scam email
A dodgy email claiming to be from antivirus company Total AV tells you that your 'subscription has expired' and you only have 24 hours to update it.
The email provides a button labelled 'renew now' which will lead to a malicious website asking for your personal and financial information.
Report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
6 March
Apple scam email
A scam email impersonating Apple tells you that your account has been disabled for violating Apple's policy and you must verify your Apple ID information to avoid your account being terminated.
It includes a link which leads to a phishing website designed to steal your personal and financial information.
Report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
4 March
Royal Mail impersonation text
A dodgy text impersonating Royal Mail tells you that your parcel can't be delivered due to 'missing or damaged address information.'
It then provides a link to 'update your details' which will lead to a phishing website designed to steal your personal and payment information.
You can report scam texts by forwarding them to 7726.
27 February
BP impersonation email
An email claiming to be from oil and gas company BP tells you to 'answer and win' to receive a brand new 'car emergency kit.'
The email leads to a phishing website with a short survey designed to steal your personal and payment information.
Report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
25 February
Action Fraud warns of holiday scams
Action Fraud says it received 6,066 reports about holiday scams in 2024. Most of these were reported in July which saw 647 reports.
From the reports, victims lost a combined total of £11m with the average loss per victim being £1,844.
Action Fraud also revealed that over half of the reports mentioned social media platforms and others suggested fraudulent branding from travel protection agencies, like ATOL, ABTA, or ABTOT was used to appear convincing.
To keep protected from holiday scams:
- Avoid deals which sound too good to be true.
- If the travel company includes logos of travel protection agencies, check their websites to verify that they're members: ATOL, ABTA and ABTOT.
- Check reviews for the holiday company across multiple platforms.
- Pay with a credit card or PayPal, as you'll have more protection if things go wrong.
19 February
Car tax payment scam
A scam email tells you that your latest vehicle tax payment failed due to incorrect details.
It then provides you with a link to update these details or risk a fine of up to £1,000. It also claims that your details may be passed onto a debt collection agency.
This link will lead to a malicious phishing website which will steal your personal and financial information.
Report scam emails by forwarding the email report@phishing.gov.uk.
17 February
Scam job call
A scam call with a recorded message tells you that they want to speak to you about a job opportunity.
It asks you to add the number on WhatsApp to talk about the role.
On an iPhone, you can report scam calls by texting the word ‘call’ followed by the phone number to 7726.
On an Android phone, text the word ‘call’ to 7726. You’ll then receive a message asking you for the scam number.
On WhatsApp, open the WhatsApp chat with the dodgy phone number and tap 'block.'
You can report the contact by tapping 'report contact' and 'block'.
14 February
Energy bill support scheme scam
A scam email which tells you you're 'eligible to receive a £400 discount under the Energy Bill Support Scheme' leads to a malicious phishing website.
In order to apply for the scheme, the email states you'll be asked for your name, address, date of birth and financial details. This information will then be used to try to scam you now or in the future.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
11 February
Facebook scam message
A scam message sent through Facebook Messenger tells you that a post you made on Facebook Marketplace has been 'flagged for review.'
It provides a link to 'update or edit your post' and warns that your account may be temporarily restricted.
This will lead to a site that will try to steal your personal and financial information.
To report a scam group, page or profile on Facebook, select the three dots on the right-hand side of the page and click ‘report’.
You can report scam websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
6 February
Tesco scam ad
A dodgy advert posted to Meta platforms tells you that Tesco is looking for 'testers' to try an air frying grill.
You're also told that you can keep the grill afterwards for just £2.
The ad includes a dodgy link to a site where you're asked to answer four questions in order to become a tester. This site will try to get your personal and financial information.
You can report scam ads on Facebook and Instagram by clicking the three dots on the top right corner and selecting 'report.'
4 February
M&S 'Afternoon Tea' scam
A scam email impersonating M&S tells you that 'you've been chosen to receive a Marks and Spencer Afternoon Tea Letterbox Hamper.'
To win the prize, you're encouraged to follow a dodgy link and complete a survey.
This link will lead to a website waiting to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
30 January
PayPal invoice scam
This scam email, sent from a genuine PayPal email address, tries to panic you into calling a dodgy phone number to cancel a fake money request.
If called, you'll be put through to a scammer who will try and get you to reveal your personal and payment information.
We've reported on this scam before, exposing how scammers exploit PayPal's service to send fake payment requests for high-value items.
On your PayPal account, you can view and cancel any requests under 'activity'.
Suspicious emails can be forwarded to phishing@paypal.com and report@phishing.gov.uk.
28 January
United Airlines scam email
A dodgy email impersonating United Airlines tells you that you can receive an 'exclusive offer' in exchange for completing a quick survey.
The email leads to a malicious link which will try to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
21 January
Fake ScotRail Facebook pages
A number of fake pages on Facebook are impersonating ScotRail and claiming to offer discounted rail fare.
One page claims to offer 'unlimited travel for 12 months for just £2' in Scotland and provides a link to claim this fake offer.
This link will most likely lead to a site that will download malware to your device or ask for your personal and payment data.
You can report posts and pages on Facebook by selecting the three dots and pressing 'report.'
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
17 January
DVLA vehicle tax scam
A scam email, impersonating the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), claims that you're 'overdue on your vehicle tax'.
It includes a malicious link to 'ensure your vehicle is compliant with the DVLA.'
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
15 January
Winter fuel payment scam
A scam text claiming to be from 'The Department of Pension Protection' falsely tells you that you have the opportunity to apply for £300 to help towards bills during the colder weather.
The text includes a malicious link leading to a convincing copycat government website where your personal and financial information is asked for.
The government offers a Winter Fuel Payment of £200 or £300 to some people born before 23 September 1958. If you’re eligible, you would've received a letter in October or November saying how much your payment will be.
If you think you could be eligible, you can check on the gov.uk website.
You can report scam text messages by forwarding them to 7726.
Scam sites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
14 January
Superdrug impersonation email
A scam email which claims to be from Superdrug tells you that you can receive an Oral B electric toothbrush in exchange for answering a few questions.
The email invites you to click on a malicious link which leads to a dodgy website asking for your personal and payment information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
9 January
TotalAV scam email
An email that claims to be from antivirus company TotalAV says that your membership has expired and provides a link to 'renew' it.
This link will most likely lead to a malicious website, designed to steal your personal and financial information or download malware to your device.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
7 January
Great Western Railway scam post
A fake post circulating impersonating Great Western Railway (GWR) on Facebook claims to offer a railcard for just £3.
To claim this you're asked to follow a malicious link which will try to steal your personal and payment data.
You can report posts on Facebook by selecting the three dots in the top right corner and pressing 'report.'
Suspicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
2 January
HSBC scam text
A text sent from a spoofed mobile number impersonating HSBC tells you that there's been a direct debit set up on your bank account.
It tells you to reply 'STOP' if you didn't authorise this, which will most likely lead to a scam which will try to steal your personal and payment information.
You can report scam text messages by forwarding them to 7726.
30 December
The mayor of London has warned of ticket scams for London's New Year's Eve fireworks event.
The annual celebration is a ticketed event and the only official place to buy tickets is through Ticketmaster. Resale tickets are also sold through Ticketmaster.
Avoid ticket scams by only using official platforms to buy your tickets and don't be tempted to buy tickets through social media. Never pay for tickets via bank transfer.
23 December
A WhatsApp message claiming to offer free Christmas gift cards at Aldi includes a malicious phishing link.
This will lead to a dodgy website created to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report WhatsApp messages by selecting them and tapping ‘report’.
To report the sender on WhatsApp, open up the chat, tap on the sender's contact details and select 'block and report'.
Suspicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
20 December
People's Postcode Lottery scam email
The People's Postcode Lottery is being impersonated in an email promoting the chance to win a 'scratch advent calendar' in exchange for answering a 'few quick questions.'
The email leads to a malicious website designed to steal your financial and personal data.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
18 December
Cadbury WhatsApp scam
An out of the blue WhatsApp message telling you that you've won a chocolate hamper leads to a scam survey site.
We first reported on this scam in December 2022, which led to a website asking for your personal and financial data in exchange for a non-existent Christmas giveaway.
You can report a WhatsApp message by selecting it in your conversation and tapping ‘report’.
To report the sender on WhatsApp, open up the chat, tap on the sender's contact details and select 'block and report'.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
17 December
Apple ID scam
Emails impersonating Apple telling you that your Apple ID account is disabled due to it being compromised are circulating.
The email includes a link to a malicious website to 'verify' your account which will try to get your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Suspicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
11 December
Job scam text
A scam text claims to offer a remote work from home job which pays £100 - £300 a day.
The message then tells you to follow a link to contact the 'manager' on WhatsApp.
This will lead you to a scammer who will try to get your personal and financial details or con you over the course of weeks in a fake job.
You can report scam texts by forwarding them to 7726.
10 December
Seasalt Cornwall scam
Scam ads leading to dodgy websites are impersonating clothes shop Seasalt Cornwall.
The ads and sites promote too good to be true discounts on items in an attempt to steal your personal and financial data.
To report scam ads on Facebook, select the three dots in the top right corner and press 'report.'
Suspicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
5 December
HMRC scam text
A scam HMRC text instructing you to call a number to 'avoid being summoned to court' over unpaid tax is circulating.
This number will put you through to a scammer who will try to get your personal and payment information.
HMRC does occassionally send text messages to some of its customers, which can sometimes include links to GOV.UK or to its webchat.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
2 December
TalkTalk scam email
A scam email which tells you to 'sign in to keep using your email' says that your account with TalkTalk has not been verified.
It goes on to give you a link to 'verify' your account and threatens that if this is not done, your account it will be disabled tomorrow.
This link will lead to a malicious website that will either download malware onto your device or take you to a phishing site designed to steal your personal data.
Scam emails can be reported by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Dodgy websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
27 November
Fake Jo Malone advent calendar
An email promoting a free Jo Malone Advent Calendar asks you to follow a link and complete a 'marketing survey' to receive the item.
The link leads to a malicious site where you're asked survey questions against a countdown timer before needing to enter your personal and payment data.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
25 November
'Winter living welfare' scam
A scam text tells you that a 'liaison officer' has tried to contact you several times about a 'winter living welfare' payment.
It goes on to give you a quick deadline to collect this payment by following a malicious link.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
21 November
Virgin Media scam email
A dodgy email impersonating Virgin Media tells you that 'potentially dangerous viruses' have been detected on your device.
It goes on to list these viruses and includes a link to 'fully remove these threats and secure your data.'
This link will lead to a malicious website created to download malware to your device or steal your personal information.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Scam websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
19 November
Stationery advent calendar scam
Stationery company Martha Brook has been impersonated across scam ads and listings on Facebook, Instagram, Amazon, eBay, Shein, Temu and TikTok claiming to sell its '24 Days of Stationery Advent Calendar' which has sold out.
The ads and listings use videos and images stolen from Martha Brook.
In some instances, scammers are sending counterfeit versions of the advent calendar.
To report scam ads on social media, select the three dots in the right corner of the ad and press 'report.'
On Amazon, at the bottom of 'about this item' press 'report an issue with this product.'
On eBay, scroll down to 'about this item' and select 'report this item' on the right.
On Temu, opposite the item's 'details,' select 'report this item.'
15 November
Dodgy restaurant Facebook page
A dubious Facebook page advertising free meals at various restaurants leads to the Rewards Giant website.
Rewards Giantis a company which claims to offer free vouchers on social media. However, chasing these vouchers could cost you time and money, and you probably won’t get anything in return.
To report Facebook pages, select the three dots on the right of the page and press 'report page.'
12 November
Premier Inn scam email
An email impersonating Premier Inn claims to offer a 'luxury 2-piece set' in exchange for questions 'regarding your experience at Premier Inn.'
This will lead to a phishing website which will ask you questions to get your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Malicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
8 November
Action Fraud warns of DVLA scams
Action Fraud has received 1,186 reports about scam emails impersonating the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
The messages claim that your vehicle tax payment has failed and includes a link to 'retry payment.'
This will lead to a malicious website designed to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scams by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Malicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
6 November
Portable heater scam email
A dodgy email which claims to offer a portable heater for 30% off and says that the device is endorsed by Elon Musk.
You're encouraged to follow a link to 'order now' which will lead to a malicious site that'll ask for your personal and financial data.
This is yet another example of a celebrity scam advert. Scam emails can be reported by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
4 November
Tesco voucher scam
An email impersonating Tesco offers a non existent voucher for £750.
It includes a dodgy link to a phishing website which will try to get your personal and financial details.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Malicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
28 October
Fake Space NK shop
A malicious website impersonating beauty retailer Space NK claims to offer a beauty advent calendar for £28.99 reduced from £125.03.
To purchase the non-existent calendar, you are asked for your shipping and financial details which can be then used to scam you.
The actual advent calendar is sold on Space NK's official website (www.spacenk.com) for £150.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
Lloyds Bank scam email
A dodgy email impersonating Lloyds Bank tells you that the bank is 'changing the way it looks' and that you need to 'reauthenticate' your account to continue using it.
The email provides a link to do this which will lead to a phishing website designed to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Malicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
25 October
Google scam email
A dodgy email impersonating Google tells you that your iPhone has 'been infected with viruses' and provides a button which claims to remove them.
This will lead to a phishing website or download malware to your device.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.
21 October
TikTok scam text
A text shown as being sent from TikTok claims to offer a 'part time online job.'
To find out more details about this 'job', you're asked to contact the sender of the text on WhatsApp.
This will most likely lead to what's known as a task scam. This is when you're asked to complete simple tasks for money but are eventually asked to invest money to 'upgrade your account.' As well as never being paid, you'll never see any invested money returned to you.
Do not reply to the message. Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Action Fraud warns of fake Starbucks email
Over a two week period, Action Fraud has received 916 reports of phishing emails impersonating Starbucks.
The emails claim to offer a 'free coffee bundle' by following a link to a malicious site that will steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
17 October
Scam Dyson vacuum giveaway
A series of scam adverts on Facebook and Instagram claim to offer a free Dyson V15 vacuum in exchange for completing a short survey on a malicious site.
The website will ask for your personal and payment information in exchange for the non-existent vacuum.
Scam ads can be reported by selecting the three dots in the top right corner of the ad and selecting report.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
14 October
Nationwide scam text
A text message impersonating Nationwide tells you that an attempted transaction has been declined.
It provides a number to call, in the hope you'll dial it after not recognising the transaction.
The number has been linked to other scams including one which impersonates Barclays.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
'Heating subsidy' scam text
A scam text claims that 'the government decided to provide subsidies in the form of living expenses' due to 'the cancellation of heating subsidies this winter.'
It then provides a malicious link which will lead to a website attempting to steal your personal and financial information to 'apply.'
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
11 October
Lloyds Bank scam email
A scam email impersonating Lloyds Bank tells you that the bank is 'changing the way it looks' and needs you to 'reauthenticate to continue using your account'. It then asks you to click on a link to proceed.
On Lloyds Bank's official website, it says that genuine emails will always greet you by name, include part of your main account number and never link directly to the internet banking login page.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
9 October
'Living expenses' scam text
Another dodgy text impersonating the government is circulating.
It claims to be about a 'living expenses subsidy scheme' and asks you to 'update your information' to avoid missing out on the payment by following a phishing link.
You can report scam texts by forwarding them to 7726.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
7 October
Screwfix impersonation email
A scam email claiming to be from Screwfix tells you that you have the opportunity to receive a 'BOSCH Hammer Drill Kit.'
To receive this product, you're asked to take a short survey about your experience with Screwfix by following a dodgy link.
This will lead to a malicious website which will ask for your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
3 October
NatWest scam text
A text message claiming to be from NatWest gives you a phoney new 'mobile banking code'.
The text leaves a number to call if you were not expecting the mobile banking code, which will put you through to a scammer who will attempt to get your personal and financial information.
You can report scam texts by forwarding them to 7726.
Vodafone points scam
A scam text impersonating Vodafone tells you that you have '5131 points in your account' which will 'expire today.'
To 'redeem' them you must follow a dodgy phishing link.
We've previously covered the same 'points' scam text impersonating EE. The link led to a website which asked for your phone number and home address.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
30 September
UK Supreme Court parking fine text
The UK Supreme Court (UKSC) has revealed that it has received a high number of reports about texts impersonating it and demanding money.
The text tells you that you'll be prosecuted due to an unpaid parking fine if you 'refuse to pay.'
It leads to a phishing website where your personal and payment info will be stolen.
The UKSC will never contact you out of the blue asking for money and does not send texts.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
26 September
Disney+ phishing email
A scam email impersonating Disney+ tells you that your subscription to the streaming platform could not be renewed.
It encourages you to follow a dodgy link to log into and update your account.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
24 September
Microsoft scam email
A scam email impersonating Microsoft tells you that 'suspicious security risks are being observed on your Windows computer.'
It goes on to say that your computer is at risk of being 'hacked' or 'infected with malware' and provides a link to 'protect' your device using 'McAfee anti virus.'
This link will lead to a phishing websites or download malware to your device.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
23 September
Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) scam text
A scam text impersonating tells you to 'confirm your personal and bank account information within 24 hours' to claim Jobseeker's Allowance.
It leads to a convincing phishing website impersonating gov.uk which asks for these details.
Recently, we uncovered two other scam texts leading to government impersonation websites which claim you have a parking fine and are owed a Cost of Living payment.
Scam texts can be reported by forwarding them to 7726.
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
iCould storage scam emails
Action Fraud has warned of dodgy emails claiming your iCloud storage is about to run out after receiving 1,861 reports about these emails over a two-week period.
The emails lead to phishing websites that steal your Apple ID login details and other personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
19 September
AA impersonation email
An email impersonating the AA claims to offer a 'free car emergency kit' and includes a phishing link which will attempt to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
Fake Action Fraud page
A Facebook page impersonating Action Fraud is sending messages on the platform, offering assistance with issues including hacking and scam recovery.
These messages are fraudulent. You can only report scams to Action Fraud on its official website.
16 September
Spotify impersonation email
A scam email impersonating Spotify attempts to get you to follow a link by saying that your membership has expired, but you'll get 90 days for free as part of a loyalty program.
The link will lead to a malicious website designed to steal your personal and financial information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
Apple scam pop-up
A pop-up impersonating Apple tells you that 'hackers are watching you' and continues to pile on the pressure by saying that you shouldn't close the page and you only have two minutes to fix the issue.
It gives you a link to follow to 'protect your connection.'
Typically, these pop-ups appear if you've followed a dodgy link. This could be from an email, text or even a post from a hacked account on social media.
You can ignore this message. If you're concerned about viruses, download an antivirus on your device.
12 September
iPhone giveaway scam
A scam email impersonating O2 tells you that you've won an iPhone 15 Pro and simply need to complete 'a quick 4 minute survey' to receive this 'fantastic prize'.
This will lead to a phishing website designed to take your personal and payment information.
You can report scam emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and malicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
9 September
Action Fraud warns of Keto gummies scam
Action Fraud has received 127 reports about phishing emails from 'People's Keto Gummies.'
The emails claim that these gummies will 'support burning fat' and lead to malicious websites which ask for your personal and financial data.
Scam emails can be reported by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk and phishing websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
3 September
Broadband call scam
There have been several recent reports on Who Called Me about scam callers claiming to be from BT or Virgin Media.
Some callers asked the recipient for information about their internet routers and others said they were calling to talk about issues with their internet connection.
Scam callers will impersonate legitimate companies and come up with reasons to get your personal and financial details.
You can report scam calls by forwarding the number to 7726.
You can also report scam calls to Action Fraud or call the police on 101 if you’re in Scotland.
28 August
NatWest impersonation email
A dodgy email claiming to be from NatWest tells you that your 'NatWest credit card account' hasn't been updated and that you will lose access to your account in 48 hours.
To stop this, the email provides a malicious link to 'update' your account.
Scam emails can be reported by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk and phishing websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
27 August
'You've been hacked' email
An email from a 'hacker' asking you if you've heard of a 'Pegasus spyware program' attempts to blackmail you into parting with your money.
The hacker says that they have installed the program onto all your devices, has access to your webcam, emails and call records and has recorded compromising videos of you.
The hacker then asks for you to pay them in Bitcoin or every number in your contact Iist will suddenly receive these vidеоs.
You can safely ignore this email and report it by forwarding it to report@phishing.gov.uk
21 August
Netflix scam email
An email impersonating Netflix tells you that 'your membership expired today' and encourages you to follow a link to enjoy '1 year for free.'
This link will lead to a malicious website where your personal details will be asked for.
To report scam emails, forward them to report@phishing.gov.uk
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
HMRC 'tax refund' scam email
Action Fraud has warned of an increase in emails impersonating HMRC which tell you you're owed a tax refund.
These emails lead to dodgy sites which look genuine and ask for your personal and financial information.
Action Fraud has received 731 reports of these emails over the last two weeks which has led to the removal of over 337,000 malicious websites.
Read our guide on how to spot HMRC phone, text and email tax scams.
To report scam emails, forward them to report@phishing.gov.uk
Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
19 August
Morrisons impersonation email
A scam email claims to offer a brand new KitchenAid and leads to a dodgy phishing website.
The website asks you to complete a survey about your experience as a Morrisons customer before asking for your personal and financial details
Forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk to report the email.
Dodgy websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
15 August
Drivers warned about QR code parking scams
Drivers are being warned to avoid scanning QR codes when paying for parking, following a spate of scams.
The RAC says motorists should only make payments via cash, card or official apps.
In recent weeks there have been a series of incidents of fraudsters placing stickers featuring QR codes on parking signs.
Drivers who scan the codes are taken to dodgy websites asking them to enter their card details, which criminals use to spend money from their accounts.
We recently reported on drivers being tricked into signing up for expensive subscriptions after scanning QR codes in car parks.
13 August
Natwest impersonation scam
Fake emails impersonating Natwest claim that the contact number on your account has changed.
The email includes a link to a malicious website that's designed to steal personal and financial information.
Action Fraud has received over 150 reports of these emails.
If you receive a suspicious email from your bank, don't reply to it and don't click on any links or give away any personal information.
Contact your bank using an official communication channel to confirm the authenticity of the email.
Forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk to report the email.
7 August
Fake Evri messages
Which? has seen several fake Evri text messages circulating.
The messages claim there is incomplete or incorrect address information for your delivery and instruct you to follow a dodgy link to provide these details.
It also claims that the details must be provided within 24 hours.
Do not click on the link. Forward suspicious messages to 7726 and then delete them.
Dodgy websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.
5 August
NatWest impersonation emails
Action Fraud, the UK's fraud reporting centre, says it has received 151 reports of scam emails claiming to be from NatWest over a two-week period.
These dodgy emails claim that the contact number associated with your bank account has changed, and urge you to follow a malicious link to 'cancel the request'. Don't click any links in these kinds of messages.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
1 August
Microsoft customer support impersonation email
This email purporting to be from Microsoft customer services claims that the tech company has received '62 complaints about your email account from Google Drive.'
It goes on to say that your account has been spreading malware and viruses via spam emails sent from your email address.
It includes a link to 'run and scan for viruses.' However, this leads to a malicious site that will either download malware to your device or take you to a phishing website.
You can report scam emails by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
Suspicious websites can be reported to theNational Cyber Security Centre.
