Fake PayPal payment confirmation with a 'support number'
A convincing email confirms a payment of several hundred euros you never made. Instead of a link it lists a phone number. On the phone 'support' walks you through a refund — and has you install remote-access software.
Warning signs
- A phone number instead of a link (bypasses spam filters)
- A payment you do not recognise
- Request to install AnyDesk/TeamViewer
- Sender address is not an official domain
What to do
Do not call. Check payments only in the official PayPal app. If remote software was installed: disconnect the device and change passwords from another one.