Phishing Alert
Roundcube has been receiving numerous reports regarding phishing attempts targeting end users of webmail services powered by Roundcube. These deceptive emails mimic “Roundcube Webmail” or similar names, attempting to trick users into entering their email passwords on fraudulent sites.
The attackers exploit the fact that many users mistakenly believe Roundcube is a service like Gmail or Hotmail. Consequently, these users are often unaware of who actually manages their email: the individual hosting providers that use Roundcube software for their webmail services.
Roundcube users for reading and writing your emails
It is important to note that:
ROUNDCUBE IS NOT A SERVICE, AND YOU DO NOT HAVE AN ACCOUNT WITH US!
Roundcube is free software that your email hosting provider has installed on their servers. Therefore, we do not send out email messages about upcoming account suspension or request you to enter your email password anywhere.
If you receive such requests, please understand that they are fraudulent. Do not follow any of those requests! Be vigilant and protect your account by verifying the source of any emails you receive and never sharing your password on untrusted sites.
In conclusion, Roundcube is a software tool used by your email hosting provider to offer webmail services, not a standalone service. Staying informed and cautious can help you avoid falling victim to these phishing attempts.
Spear Phishing: This involves targeting a specific individual within an organization to steal their login credentials. Attackers often gather information about the person before launching the attack.
Vishing (Voice Phishing): In this type of attack, the attacker uses the phone to steal information. They may pretend to be a trusted friend, relative, or representative.
Email Phishing: The attacker sends an email that looks legitimate, designed to trick the recipient into entering information in reply or on a site that the hacker can use to steal or sell their data.
HTTPS Phishing: This attack involves sending the victim an email with a link to a fake website. The site is then used to fool the victim into entering their private information.
Pharming: In a pharming attack, malicious code is installed on the victim’s computer, redirecting them to a fake website designed to gather their login credentials.
Fake Google Docs Updates: Cybercriminals send an email claiming that someone has shared a document with you. The email urges you to click a link to view it, but the link leads to a fake Google Docs login page designed to steal your account credentials.
PayPal Scams: Attackers send emails that appear to be from PayPal, asking you to verify your account information or resolve an issue. These emails often contain links to fake PayPal login pages.
Fake Support Scams: Scammers send emails pretending to be from tech support, asking you to click a link or download an attachment to fix an issue. These actions can lead to malware installation or data theft.
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