Realistic eBay phishing email!
{I almost fell for it myself! Thank goodness Internet Explorer caught it. I got one in the morning and one this afternoon, from different “people” but same message.}
eBay sent this message to an eBay Member.
[B]Question from eBay Member — Respond Now [/B]
eBay sent this message on behalf of an eBay member through My Messages. Responses sent using email will not reach the eBay member. Question from fjordkingActivity with bangups (last 90 days):
– I have bid on 0 items from imsellingtvs
bangups (323)
Positive feedback:100%Member since:Jun-26-98Location:WA, United StatesRegistered on:www.ebay.comOne more question,will you help with shipping?
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