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Phishing Scam Using ‘Unsubscribe’ Links Spikes in Argentina

DNSFilter data show one in every 644 unsubscribe clicks leads to a malicious site

Overview

  • Scammers embed fake unsubscribe links in promotional emails to redirect users to deceptive sites that mimic legitimate services.
  • DNSFilter reports a 200% surge in Argentina this quarter, with one in every 644 clicks routing to malicious domains.
  • Attackers use official logos and professional layouts to coax victims into revealing banking passwords or personal information.
  • Devices without updated antivirus or DNS filtering are especially vulnerable to credential theft and malware installation.
  • Experts advise avoiding direct link clicks, navigating manually to official websites, keeping security software current and enabling two-factor authentication.