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Fuel shortage: beware, this new fake TotalEnergies card scam is wreaking havoc! News from Auto Plus in your smartphone News from Auto Plus in your mailbox

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Fuel shortage: beware, this new fake TotalEnergies card scam is wreaking havoc!  News from Auto Plus in your smartphone News from Auto Plus in your mailbox

The fuel situation has been very tense since the beginning of the year. First, because prices have risen sharply, in particular, because of the war in Ukraine, as well as because of the shortage that began a little more than a week ago. In short, it all becomes very difficult for motorists who have to deal with very large increases to the detriment of other costs. Not to mention that it is very hard to find these daysgasoline and diesel. In addition to the increased risk of siphoning, drivers face another danger: fraud. And one of them in particular.

A poisoned gift

You’ve probably already received a message in your inbox or even on Facebook that you’ve been selected to win a TotalEnergies gift card. The email subject line is often: TotalEnergies”, an email with the subject line: “Try to win TotalEnergy Gift Card from today ! Take part in the lottery!“. The message also invites you to answer a short survey. It usually comes from the following address: [email protected] Enough to warn you not to follow.

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don’t click

But then what are you risking? If you reply to this email, you will indeed be asked to provide yours Bank details. Enough to let the scammers empty your bank account! Don’t be fooled by advertisements offering to buy a €200 card for just €1.95. If it’s too good to be true, tell yourself it’s probably a scam. And you risk leaving feathers there.

Author: Mary Lizak
Source: Auto Plus

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