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DHL Warns Consumers About Sophisticated Phishing Scam Targeting Customs Fees

Fraudulent emails impersonating DHL demand payment for fake customs charges within 48 hours, risking sensitive data exposure.

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Overview

  • A new phishing campaign targets DHL customers with emails claiming unpaid customs fees for packages from non-EU countries.
  • The scam uses urgency, demanding payment within 48 hours to avoid parcel return, pressuring recipients to act hastily.
  • Key red flags include missing tracking numbers, unpersonalized salutations, suspicious sender addresses, and dubious links.
  • Consumer protection agencies and DHL have issued warnings, advising users to verify communications through official channels.
  • Clicking the fraudulent links risks exposing personal and financial data, with victims urged to report such emails immediately.