The fake "US Postal Service New Package Delivery" email below is just one of the hundreds being sent by cybercriminals to their potential victims. The fake mail contains a link to a malicious file that will infect the recipients' computer if they attempt to click the link, download, and open the malicious file. Therefore, online users are asked not to follow the instructions in those email messages. They are advised to go directly to www.usps.com and sign into their accounts from there instead. Once they have signed into their accounts, they will be notified of important messages.
The "US Postal Service New Package Delivery" Scam
Subject: USPS_ : Hello You Have A New Package_
From: Usps_ dslsports@earthlink.net
Sent: Friday, May 29, 2020, 2:36 PM
USPS Logo
Hello !!!
Your item is out for delivery on MAY 28, 2020 at 7:10 am in CINCINNATI, OH 45208.
USPS expects to deliver your package today between 9:15am and 1:15pm.
Tracking Number: 9549013634670078227333
Out for Delivery
Package out for delivery.
Between 9:15am and 1:15pm
Between 9:15am and 1:15pm
Tracking & Delivery Options
My Account
Online users who have already been tricked by the phishing scam are asked to change or reset their US Postal Service password by clicking here. Or, they can contact the US Postal Service for help at 1-800-344-7779.