Scam Signature Message:
Girl-Killed-Herself-on-Halloween-After-Dad-Posted-
This-on-Her-Wall
This is unbelievable..shocking..
Scam Type: Survey Scam
Trending: November 2011
Why it’s a Scam:
Clicking the wall post link takes you to the following page:
Here you are required to “Share” and “Recommend” the page with your Facebook friends. At the bottom of the page, this link appears:
Click Here if Does Not Redirect to the Video after completing the steps. (Clicking the link displays the following survey scam!)
**Note – Scams like this often use multiple domains, so you may see a variation in the landing pages and scam messages.
How to Deal with the Scam:
If you did make the mistake of sharing the scam link, then you are now spamming your friends with the very same message. Clean-up your newsfeed and profile to remove references to the scam. (click the “x” in the top right hand corner of the post).
Never complete surveys to unlock videos or other content on Facebook. Scammers use these tricks to either spread malware, obtain personal identification or earn commissions from marketing companies. Don’t pad their pocket and possibly open yourself up to harm!
Some of the surveys require you to download files to your computer. Never do this! If you did so in error, then run a complete system scan with a good anti-virus software program. The I.Q. Quiz scam has been around for a while, and it typically requires you to enter your cell phone number to receive the results. The scammers then bill you for premium services. Keep an eye on your phone bill for bogus charges.
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