Hey everyone,
Cybercriminals are at it again—this time, they’re using fake Amazon Prime renewal emails to steal credit card details. This phishing campaign tricks users into thinking their Prime membership is about to expire, urging them to update their payment details through a malicious PDF attachment. Unlike previous scams that embedded fake links in emails, this one places the fraudulent link inside the PDF to bypass security scans.
Once opened, the PDF redirects victims to fake Amazon login pages, where they are asked to enter sensitive information—Amazon credentials, Social Security numbers, and credit card details. To avoid detection, scammers use a cloaking technique that hides the real phishing page from security tools.
How to Spot and Avoid This Scam
* Check the sender’s email address – If it’s not from @amazon.com, it’s likely a scam.
* Look for grammatical errors – Phishing pages often contain typos or awkward phrasing.
* Verify the URL – Instead of clicking links, go to www.amazon.com directly in your browser.
* Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) – This adds an extra layer of protection to your account.
* Never open unexpected attachments – PDFs can contain malicious links, just like emails.
If you get an email like this, don’t click anything—go straight to Amazon’s official website and check your account status. Scammers rely on urgency and fear, so always slow down and verify before taking action.
Stay safe out there, and as always, if you have any questions, ask me first!
Sending you all the best,
Max Roberts