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WebAssured
Consumer protection service site provides means to register complaints, free ShopAssured download alerts shoppers when entering e-commerce site, free reports on business's consumer performance.
http://www.webassured.com/
Carbuyingtips.com - Fraud Guide
Consumer guide to preventing and fighting eBay, escrow, auto, internet, cashiers check, and Nigerian scams. Tips on how to spot phony escrow companies and report the scammers.
http://www.carbuyingtips.com/fraud.htm
The Register - FBI cracks down on pyramid scam cybervillains
The FBI has charged 88 people with Internet fraud after a nation-wide swoop. Those charged allegedly defrauded a total of 56,000 surfers out of more than $117 million.
http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/6/191...
Internet Fraud
Department of Justice site includes information defining Internet fraud, what to do about it, and where to go to get more information.
http://www.internetfraud.usdoj.gov
Hoaxkill
Site includes lists and links identifying internet virus hoaxes, chain letters, urban legends, parodies of hoaxes, and discussion forum.
http://www.hoaxkill.com/
The El Gordo Lottery Scam
Essay offers an actual record of an interaction with a scammer posing as a representative of the Spanish Lottery.
http://www.geocities.com/elgordolotterysca...
The Register - Online fraud rife in the US
The US is a hotbed of online fraud according to a report just published by the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center (NWCCC).
http://www.theregister.co.uk/content/archi...
Hoaxes, Scams and Rip-offs
Basics on hoaxes, scams and rip-offs on the internet. How to spot them and where to report them. Useful links
http://edsbandwagon.com
Virtual Feedback
Free online website for Internet buyers and sellers to leave feedback on all types of transactions. Check for Internet fraud before you buy.
http://www.virtualfeedback.com
ScamHound
The core of ScamHound is the ScamBoard. The ScamBoard is an online message board discussion forum where users may read posts from other users about various suspected internet scams.
http://www.scamhound.com/
Internet Scams
Site to combat registrar abuse (i.e. denial of transfer)and domain name theft. Advocates organizing a class action lawsuit against ICANN and unscrupulous registrars.
http://www.internetscams.info/
How to Avoid Internet Investment Scams
Securities and Exchange Commission information about investment fraud.
http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/cyberfrau...
GPTBoycott.com
Identifies "Get-Paid-To" websites that don't live up to their promises.
http://www.gptboycott.com
Digital Age Fraud
Covers so called "spam charges" to credit cards a string of international fraudsters.
http://www.digitalagefraud.com/
Auction Deadbeats
Online Auctioneer's list of deadbeat bidders.
http://www.angelfire.com/journal/ronindh/d...
Law Enforcers Target 'Top 10' Online Scams
Consumer Protection Cops From 9 Countries, 5 U.S. Agencies, And 23 States Tackle Internet Fraud [FTC]
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2000/10/topten.htm
Catching Online Traders In A Web of Lies
An article describing the growing problem of internet stock fraud including recent "pump and dump" scams.
http://www.fmew.com/archive/lies/
Junk Email
Resource site for dealing with e-mail scams.
http://www.junkemail.org/
The WorldWide Scam Network
Satire, parody, alternate opinions and links to scientific tests and reports about many of the unusual products on the Internet.
http://www.hawaiionline.biz
Antiscam.net
Information about avoiding scams involving Eastern European women, especially Russian ones.
http://www.antiscam.net/
The Real Truth
Site provides information about Internet hoaxes, bogus viruses, urban legends, chain letters, email hoaxes, Internet security, and anecdotes about dumb people.
http://home.cfl.rr.com/realtruth/
VMyths
Extensive resource for identifying and debunking computer virus hoaxes and myths.
http://www.vmyths.com/index.cfm
Spam: Where to Complain About Frauds & Scams on the Internet
Links to government, advocacy, and watchdog groups accepting consumer complaints about Internet fraud and scams.
http://www.elsop.com/wrc/complain.htm
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Common Fraud Schemes
Describes scams to avoid, most of which are internet-related.
http://www.fbi.gov/majcases/fraud/fraudsch...
Cybercrime
Computer crime section of the Department of Justice contains links relating to internet commerce, intellectual property crimes, cybercrimes and general information.
http://www.cybercrime.gov/
National Fraud Information Center
National Consumer's League's website provides a page devoted to Internet fraud.
http://www.fraud.org/
SEC warns against free-stock offers
They're not just annoying. The free-stock deals being e-mailed around the Net are illegal.
http://news.zdnet.com/2100-9595_22-515193....
Scambusters
How to spot scams on TradeMe, the New Zealand auction site. The site profiles typical scams and provide hints and safety tips for online traders.
http://scambusters.co.nz/
Internet ScamBusters
Extensive information on fraud, scams, hoaxes, urban legends and credit card fraud. Free e-zine and reports.
http://www.scambusters.com/
Cyber Criminals Most Wanted
Overview of cyber criminal activity that includes safety, security, viruses, scams, filtering, encryption, hackers and government legislation.
http://www.ccmostwanted.com
RipOffs.org
The Internet news magazine dedicated to protecting your assets.
http://www.ripoffs.org/
Fraud Bureau
Web Fraud and Web Scams Complaint Centre providing Information on internet scams and internet fraud prevention.
http://www.fraudbureau.com
Easy Background Check
Modeling company background check website.
http://www.easybackgroundcheck.com/
Web Host Scams
Outlines things one should watch out for when signing up with a web host.
http://www.webhostingchoice.com/scams.php
NetScalped.com
Source for news about internet issues--including scams, hoaxes, and fraud. Links to related websites, software, online courses, and advice.
http://www.netscalped.com
Zone Patrol
Keeps a running list of websites that have taken advantage of people in the past.
http://www.zonepatrol.com/
Hoax du Jour
Regular commentary on the phenomena of misinformation and hoaxes on the Internet. Special attention to chain e-mail, 'Net rumors, scams, and hoaxes.
http://www.korova.com/virus/hoax.htm
Internet Hoax Watch
HealthCentral.com topic center. Focuses on health email and internet hoaxes.
http://www.healthcentral.com/Centers/OneCe...
Catty Shaq
Discussion forum covering various different types of online fraud and scams.
http://www.cattyshaq.com/
Federal Trade Commission
Information from the FTC on E-commerce and the Internet. Includes anti-fraud tips.
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/menu-internet.htm
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