What is a common online financial scam?

Phishing emails asking for account details.

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Why: Phishing scams trick people into giving account details or money.

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References

Answer: Phishing emails asking for account details. Phishing scams trick people into giving account details or money.

  1. Scouting America: Crime Prevention www.scouting.org/merit-badges/crime-prevention
    Common Online Scams
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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