Beware of Virus Email Message - "DHL DeliverNow Notification Card on Lost Shipment"

Updated: February 9, 2016 2016-02-09T09:31:13 -
Posted: February 9, 2016 2016-02-09T09:30:11
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The email message below with the subject: "DHL DeliverNow Notification Card on lost shipment (Second Notice )," is a fake, contains a malicious attachment and was not sent by DHL. The malicious email message, which was sent by cyber-criminals, contains the malicious attachment "DHL_Notification_card.zip," which will infect the computers of recipients who attempt to open it, with a virus, Trojan horse, spyware or some other malware. So, recipients of the same email message should delete it and never attempt to open the malicious attachment it contains.

It is very important to remember never to open an attachment that has a name ending with “.zip” or “.rar”, unless you are expecting it from someone that you trust. Files with names ending with “zip” or “.rar” are compressed files.compressed files are used by cyber-criminals to place malicious software like viruses, Trojan horse or other malware in, because compressed files may sometimes bypass security scanners or software.

The Malicious DHL DeliverNow Notification Card Email Message

Subject: DHL DeliverNow Notification Card on lost shipment ( Second Notice )
From: DHL DeliverNow Network (nszwkqely@vgimalai .ru)
Attachment: DHL_Notification_card.zip

Welcome,

*** This is an automatically generated email, please do not reply ***

Ive received a notification card. What does that mean?

If the delivery agent has been unable to reach you at home, he can deposit your shipment in a PACKSTATION and may leave a notification card with you. This card will allow you to pick up your shipment from a PACKSTATION. This card will allow you to pick up your shipment from a PACKSTATION. This notification card is primarily used as an advertising medium for PACKSTATION. The recipient is thus able to see for themselves how simple the service is without any obligation.

How do I pick up my shipment with the notification card?

The address of the PACKSTATION holding your shipment can be found on the card. At the machine, simply hold the barcode on the card in front of the scanner built into the PACKSTATION. The machine will then guide you through the necessary steps.

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February 11, 2016 at 6:27 AM by an anonymous user from Davie, Florida, United States
I have had no less than 4 "Notifications".

The one this morning, is said to be the "Last Notification.

Here it is:

"Welcome,

*** This is an automatically generated email, please do not reply ***

Ive received a notification card. What does that mean?
If the delivery agent has been unable to reach you at home, he can deposit your shipment in a PACKSTATION and may leave a notification card with you. This card will allow you to pick up your shipment from a PACKSTATION. This card will allow you to pick up your shipment from a PACKSTATION. This notification card is primarily used as an advertising medium for PACKSTATION. The recipient is thus able to see for themselves how simple the service is without any obligation.

How do I pick up my shipment with the notification card?
The address of the PACKSTATION holding your shipment can be found on the card. At the machine, simply hold the barcode on the card in front of the scanner built into the PACKSTATION. The machine will then guide you through the necessary steps."
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February 10, 2016 at 7:49 PM by an anonymous user from Irvine, California, United States
2 days ago my work on the PC was stopped by a pop-up window telling me to 'not restart your computer' and Windows detected ZEUS virus. I was advised to call tech support on 1-866-342-1069 and share code B2957E to agent. I did, and after several screens and agreement to an technician '20 minutes removing' the malware placed by Russians and Eastern Europeans, committing to a payment for 4 months protection. I was told that the PC is not clear.

I never have been in this situation and called Apple support, which cleaned all strange files from the hard drive.
The technician and I also are wondering if I was conned to $$$$ without having a virus.

The whole thing started when I was typing a draft e-mail. I had trouble with the address and tapped the help button. A screen popped up offering help, having already access to my screen and asking verbal questions. I later discovered that this help finder has put their name in my account file, which is locked, having in that way access to my PC. Also my firewall was unlocked.

Any Advice? I need help baldly, not knowing now what to do next, and get rid of the bill. Thanks for any effort, Amlih.
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- February 10, 2016 at 9:29 PM by info
  You were scammed. There were no viruses on your computer. Always ignore notifications that claim that your computer is infected with a virus and you need to call a specific number or click on a link to visit a website. But, always ensure that antivirus software is installed on your computer.
  
  About the bill, contact your bank and let them know that you were scammed by cyber-criminals.
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