Email Phishing Scam

[Montag]

I received an email sent to: Bell User.

The email said Your mailbox is almost full

We are closing all old versions of BELL Mailbox as from September 30th

UPGRADE NOW TO THE NEWEST VERSION

Please do not reply to this message

Montag

(What is this email all about?)

[Loosie-Goosie]

I just got an official-looking email from Bell (see screenshot) below asking me to update my email account settings, and failure to do so within 24hrs will result in deactivation. 

None-the-less, the "from (reply-to)" email address was the clue/giveaway that this is a phishing scam.  Be aware everybody - and DO NOT click on any of links provided.

[Murlyn]

I received an email supposedly from Bell Aliant saying my sympatico email has to be updated by June 3rd or it will be eliminated.  Is this legit?

[SuzieC]

I just received a email from Bell Alliant to update my email info or it will be disconnected in 48 hours Is it a scam or fishing I really not sure if I should answer to this email thanks 

[WelshTerrier]

Scam! Bell would never send you a message asking you to update your Email info or it will be disconnected in 48 hour. If it includes a pdf to verify your Email, do not open! Beware of phishing & malware. Report as junk & delete. Never open a link in any Email.

Caution is the better part of valour! Rather to be safe than sorry!

[Oldguy11]

We recently purchased a google nest hub2 and now I have received two emails saying I requested modem and wi-fi passwords which I didn't. Any idea why I am receiving these emails with my password information?

Thanks in advance.

[Glo]

I receive an email saying that "my Mailbox will be shutting down today due to upgrades.  Click the link below to update my account to avoid losing my mails.  Notice:  Ignoring this message would lead to the termination of my Mailbox without permission."

Has anyone else received this email?  Is it valid?  I have forwarded several mails to phish@bell.ca but not sure if this one or not?????

[entourageguy]

Abuse@Bell.ca

[WelshTerrier]

Scam! Bell would never send you a message asking you to open a pdf or a link to verify your Email account. Beware of phishing & malware. Report as junk & delete.

Never open a link or an attachment in an Email. Do not reply forward, etc. to this message.

Caution is the better part of valour! Rather to be safe than sorry!

[dks]

I get several of these a day. Spam. Delete them. 

[Dkl9320]

I am getting the following emails from bell. Are they legit?

Bell

Dear User,

The Classic version of your webmail will be replaced by our new version on 29th August 2023. So it's time to upgrade, before you lose your email access.

Thanks for choosing Us.

member services
Privacy | Copyright © 2023. All rights reserved

[WelshTerrier]

Scam! Bell would never send you a message asking you to open a pdf or a link to verify your Email account. Beware of phishing & malware. Report as junk & delete.

Never open a link or an attachment in an Email. Do not reply forward, etc. to this message.

Caution is the better part of valour! Rather to be safe than sorry!

[dks]

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@Dkl9320 wrote:

I am getting the following emails from bell. Are they legit?

Bell

Dear User,

The Classic version of your webmail will be replaced by our new version on 29th August 2023. So it's time to upgrade, before you lose your email access.

Log-in Restore

Thanks for choosing Us.

member services
Privacy | Copyright © 2023. All rights reserved

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It can't be said enough. These are *all* spam, fraud or phishing e-mails seeking your login and account credentials. Some of the e-mails in the last few days are using AI generated personal notes that begin with the phrase "I hope this finds you well." I am well, and I am a bit smarter than AI. Marked as Junk in Outlook and deleted. 

[Kirkg13]

The email text reads:

Dear User,

We regret to inform you that your mailbox is scheduled to be shut down on the 7th of September 2023. This action is part of a necessary upgrade by BeII, as your current mailbox is outdated and has expired. To continue using our services without interruption, it is imperative that you switch to the new version.

To update your account and access the new BeII version, please click on the link provided below:

Link to the New BeII Version

Please be aware that failing to take action and ignoring this message will result in the termination of your mailbox without prior notice or permission.

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.

Sincerely,

BeII Support Team

[ZaneP]

Spam. Ignore it.

[WelshTerrier]

Fraud.... pure fraud! Phishing, etc. etc. Remember one thing .... Do not give out anything to anyone you do not know or trust! Do not share personal information. Do not open links or messages in Emails or text messages!

Reputable companies such as Bell, banks, utilities & highly regarded services & institutions do not send you messages or make calls such as this! They do not call you asking to provide personal information. Hang up! Report the fraud! & Delete!

Caution is the better part of valor! STAY SAFE & BE CAREFUL!