Caller: It was a message

Message has stated it is from PayPal and that someone was trying to access my account and to phone 1800 316 611 to speak to a dedicated security response team member. They have put my account on hold for 60 minutes - if they do not receive a confirmation the hold will expire and the transaction will proceed

Caller: Cindy Wiggins

Got a text from cindywiggins50830p @ outlook.com allegedly from PayPal Security Operations Centre:

We are reaching out regarding a recent security flag on your financial profile. Our monitoring systems have detected unusual activity linked to your account, requiring your immediate verification to prevent potential disruptions to your services.

Verification Details:

* Case Reference: PP-99284-AX89
* Flagged Activity: Automated Authorization Pending
* Amount: 450.00 AUD
* Status: Security Hold Initiated
* Region: AU-Domestic

To ensure your account remains protected against unauthorized access, our fraud prevention team has placed a temporary restriction on your outgoing transfers. We require you to authenticate this activity through our secure verification portal.

Required Next Steps:

1. Verify Activity: If you did not initiate the recent account activity, or if your credentials have been compromised, you must secure your account immediately.

2. Direct Assistance: If you encounter issues during verification, contact our Account Integrity Team directly at 1800 316 611. Our representatives are on standby to assist you with restoring full account access.

Please be aware that failing to address this security notice within 24 hours may result in a prolonged suspension of your payment capabilities. We are committed to protecting your financial assets and thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a secure environment.

Regards,

PayPaI Account Integrity Division

📞 +61 1800 316611

Security Operations Center
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*Disclaimer: Certain holds may apply as detailed in the User Agreement. WFSL 505963.*

Caller: Someone claiming to be from PayPal

Text message claiming to be PayPal and stating a transaction of $440.00 was attempted to be taken out of my account and so unless i contact them within 60 mins, the payment will go through. Total scam.

Text received. Urgent request to phone PayPal about a suspicious transaction. Looks like a scam.

claims to be from paypal

Caller: message

said a suspicious transaction was pending and to contact this number 1800 316 611 to cancel

Looks like a scam linked to paypal