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Economic Stimulus Refund IRS Phishing Advisory

Posted on May 12th, 2008

GSA Reference Number: AD080512-01

Simply Put: A new phishing scam is currently making its way around the internet. Phishers are sending out email which appears to come from the IRS with information on your 2008 Economic Stimulus Refund. The email requests that you fill out an online form with your personal information so the check can be directly deposited in your bank account. The link to the form is included in the email. This email is not from the IRS, and is designed to steal a person’s identity.