Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection

The "Windows Defender Order" email below, which asks recipients to call telephone number +1 877-295-2322 is a scam. The fake email is being sent by cybercriminals who are attempting to trick their potential victims into giving them access to their computers, and stealing their account credentials, personal and financial information.

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Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection

The "Windows Defender Order" Scam

From: Billing Team [support@team24x.com]

Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2020 2:18 PM

Subject: thank you for purchasing firewall security

Dear Customer,

Thanks for using Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection. This is an invoice for your recent purchase.

We Thank you on the Completion of your 1 year.

We tried to contact you on your registered number for queries but could not get through

Amount Due: 346.48 USD

Paid By: 07/22/2020

Invoice no: JLYG91272

Date: 07/22/2020

Description

Amount

Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection

FireWall & Network Protection

$346.48

Total

$346.48

If you have any questions about this invoice, simply reach out to our Support Team +1 877-295-2322 ( Toll Free) for help.

you have 24 hrs to refund this charge from the date of the transaction without being charges.

Our support team will gladly assist you with any questions or requests you may simply contact us through our dedicated channels:

It may take a few hours for this transaction to appear in your account.

Cheers,

The Billing Team

+1 877-295-2322 (Toll Free)

Please don't reply to this email. To get in touch with us, +1 877-295-2322

Windows Defender Protection in USA are provided by Microsoft Payments Private Limited. Users are advised to read the terms and conditions carefully.

MVP Consumer Security 2014-2016

Windows Insider MVP 2016-2018

NOTE: if email received in your spam box ask service desk to verify machine identity.

Please do not reply to this email.This mailbox is not monitored and you will not receive a response.

© 2020 Windows Defender Protection All rights reserved.

Windows Defender Protection

Clearw.ater, FL 33756

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June 21, 2023 at 3:30 PM by
Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection
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Here is another scam:

"From: Your Order # 3652459 <zacharymilanqmsum@gmail.com>

Sent: Wed, Jun 21, 2023 9:32 am

Subject: Order Confirmation

MICROSOFT ACCOUNT

DATE : JUNE 21,2023

INVOICE TO

INV-WIN20485144

CUSTOMER ID

CUST-BGT20548G

ORDER ID

WIN147890 

ITEM DISCRIPTION

QTY

AMOUNT

Windows Premium

Firewall Defender

01

$ 399.99

SUBTOTAL

$ 399.99

TAX

$ 000.00

TOTAL

$ 399.99

THANKS FOR SHOPPING!

Thank you for your order. We hope that you enjoy your purchase today and everyday. The debited amount will be reflected within the next 24 hours on your account statement. If you feel this is an unauthorized transaction or you want to cancel the subscription, please contact our billing department as soon as possible. 1 (888) 712-8043

One Microsoft Way

Redmond

Washington, 98052, USA"

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April 22, 2023 at 10:31 AM by
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1-845-666-0807 is being used by scammers

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September 29, 2022 at 4:09 PM by
Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection
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1(845) 307-7191 is being used by the scammers.

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September 29, 2022 at 1:59 PM by
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Received this scam:

- Forwarded Message -

From: Windows Defender Order <gm131034632@gmail.com>

Sent: Monday, September 26, 2022, 01:24:46 PM EDT

Subject: Order Confirmation

Microsoft Account

Invoice Id: MS-0441-785859

Customer Id: 43712914

Username: georgerhorvath@yahoo.com

Amount: $389.99

Renewal Date: Sep 26, 2022

Order Number: ODK34FK212

Microsoft firewall defender.

Description: 1 year subscription

Qty: 01

Price: $389.99

ANY ASSISTANCE?

Thank you for trusting us with the security of MS Account. You sent a payment of $389.99. If you wish to discontinue the services, please call us wihtin 24 hours. Our support team will be happy to assist you with all your queries.

Contact Us

1(845) 307-6546

Copyright@2022. All rights reserved.

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July 19, 2022 at 10:59 AM by
Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection
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Here is another scam:

"From: Windows Defender Order <ralakgender@gmail.com

Sent: Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 08:59:53 AM EDT

Subject: Order Confirmation

MICROSOFT ACCOUNT

Invoice

#MS-885951-155167

Issue Date

July 19, 2022

Microsoft Subscription Order!

This is an invoice for your recent purchase. Thank you for your payment of $378.82 on July 19, 2022.

Thanks for using Microsoft Firewall Defender. Your order has been successfully registered.

Order Summary:

Description 

Quantity

Unit Price

Total Price

Windows defender firewall 

(1 year subscription plan)

1

$ 399.99

$ 399.99

Customer ID: 22611837

Payment Method: Auto Debit

Registered Email: georgerhorvath@yahoo.com

NOTE: The transaction has been completed successfully and soon it'll be reflected in your banking statement. This plan will auto renew and the following charge will be auto-deducted from your account. If you want to discontinue the service or want a refund contact our customer help desk within 24 hours of your purchase.

NEED HELP OR ANY QUESTION?

If you want to review or cancel this order, kindly contact our customer support:  1(845) 378-1094.

We will happy to serve you. Thank you for subscribing us!

Regards

Team Microsoft Account

Copyright @2022. All rights reserved."

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June 15, 2022 at 7:33 AM by
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1(845)307-6443 is being used by the scammers.

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June 7, 2022 at 7:12 AM by
Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection
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1(845)280-6431 is being used by the scammers and the product name is Microsoft Firewall Defender

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May 19, 2022 at 3:49 PM by
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Received this scam a few days ago:

"From: Windows Defender Order microbillingtg314@gmail.com

Sent: Mon, May 16, 2022 12:19 pm

Subject: Order Confirmation

INVOICE

Thank you for being our valued customer.

We are so grateful and hope we met your expectations.

Customer ID:

Email:

Invoice No.: MS-856857-45636 

INVOICE

INVOICE DATE

16-05-2022

TOTAL

$389.99

Item Description 

Description

Qty.

Total

Microsoft firewall defender.

1 Year subscription

 (till : 16-05-2023)

1

$399.99

Installation

-

-

$0

Sub Total : 

$399.99

Discount:

$10.00

Total :

$389.99

if you find above information incorrect please contact our customer service executive to resolve the issue.

If you didn't make this purchase or want to cancel you purchase you can contact our customer service executive he'll help you get a full refund of your amount.

Please contact out customer care representative within 48 hours of receiving this invoice details.

Customer service representative contact:  1(845) 288-0518.

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April 22, 2022 at 1:48 PM by
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an anonymous user from: Downtown Redmond, Redmond, Washington, United States

Can law enforcement do anything about this?

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April 13, 2022 at 2:37 PM by
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1(888) 771-4229 is being used by the scammers.

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Hang up the phone. Do not reply to emails, messages, or letters that the scammer sends. Do not make any more payments to the scammer. Beware of additional scammers who may contact you claiming they can help you get your lost money back.

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Report your issue to the following agencies based on the nature of the scam:

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Scammers use email or text messages to try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If they get that information, they could get access to your email, bank, or other accounts. Or they could sell your information to other scammers. Scammers launch thousands of phishing attacks like these every day — and they’re often successful.

Scammers often update their tactics to keep up with the latest news or trends, but here are some common tactics used in phishing emails or text messages:

Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. You might get an unexpected email or text message that looks like it’s from a company you know or trust, like a bank or a credit card or utility company. Or maybe it’s from an online payment website or app. The message could be from a scammer, who might

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  • want you to click on a link to make a payment — but the link has malware
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Windows Defender Order Scam - Advanced Threat Protection