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This is a Real PHISHING Email targeting PAYPAL Customers *Note: Do not go to this address. The purpose of these pages is to provide consumers with real live examples of phishing attempts so they spot, report, and prevent themselves from being victims of identity theft and fraud.

*This Phishing attempt Uses a False phone number to obtain account information Account Verification  Dear xxxx@xxxxxxxx.com,  You have received this email because we have strong reason to belive that your PayPal account had been recently compromised. In order to prevent any fraudulent activity from occurring we are required to open an investigation into this matter.  If your Credit/Debit Card on file is not updated within the next 48 hours, then will assume this account is fraudulent and will be suspended. We apologise for this inconvenience, but the purpose of this verification is to ensure that your PayPal account has not fraudulently used and to combat fraud attempts.  To speed up the process, you are required to call us (1-805-214-4801) to verify your PayPal account.  We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you and we would like to thank you for cooperation as we review this matter.  Regards, PayPal Account Verification. Copyright © 1999-2006 PayPal. All rights reserved.

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