I've received an email from HM Revenue and Customs stating that they owe me some money and that I should create a Tax Gateway Account. They've provided me with a link to follow the process, but for some reason, I'm feeling a little skeptical about its legitimacy.
This is the link: create a government gateway (I've removed the link as it is a scam and should not be clicked on - El Loro)
Thoughts?
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I have recieved a few e-mails in the past alleging to be from the Inland Revenue wanting to give me money they owed me. I always treated them as being a bit dodgy.
When the Tax people did owe me money they just sent me a letter and a cheque.
El Loro may be able to give you some better advice than I can but I'd give that link a wide berth if I were you.
Ah, I see El is already on the case!
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will never use texts or emails to:
Forward any suspicious emails or details of text messages to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk or check HMRCâs guidance on recognising scams if youâre not sure.
Contact HMRC at security.custcon@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk if you think youâve given any personal information in reply to a suspicious email or text.
Include brief details of what you disclosed (eg name, address, HMRC User ID, password) but donât give your personal details in the email.
Oh shit! Well, I already clicked on the link but didn't complete the forms it asking me to fill out. Thanks, El Loro.
Rawky, as you can see I've removed your link as it would take anyone who clicked on it to a fraudulent website. The website might look authentic but it's definitely not. You should forward your email to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk
Rawky-Roo posted:Oh shit! Well, I already clicked on the link but didn't complete the forms it asking me to fill out. Thanks, El Loro.
I think it advisable if you do a full computer virus scan now in case there are any viruses on that website though hopefully there aren't.
