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http://www.ic3.gov/
Editor's Pick Internet Crime Complaint Center Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   A partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C). Alerts for consumers and easy-to-use reporting mechanism for fraud. Formerly the Internet Fraud Complaint Center.
   http://www.ic3.gov/

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http://www.antiscam.net/
Antiscam.net Open in a new browser window
   Information about avoiding scams involving Eastern European women, especially Russian ones.
   http://www.antiscam.net/
http://www.carbuyingtips.com/fraud.htm
Carbuyingtips.com - Fraud Guide Open in a new browser window
   Consumer guide to preventing and fighting eBay, escrow, auto, internet, cashiers check, and Nigerian scams. Tips on how to spot phony escrow companies and report the scammers.
   http://www.carbuyingtips.com/fraud.htm
http://www.fmew.com/archive/lies/
Catching Online Traders In A Web of Lies Open in a new browser window
   An article describing the growing problem of internet stock fraud including recent "pump and dump" scams.
   http://www.fmew.com/archive/lies/
http://www.cattyshaq.com/
Catty Shaq Open in a new browser window
   Discussion forum covering various different types of online fraud and scams.
   http://www.cattyshaq.com/
http://www.ccmostwanted.com
Cyber Criminals Most Wanted Open in a new browser window
   Overview of cyber criminal activity that includes safety, security, viruses, scams, filtering, encryption, hackers and government legislation.
   http://www.ccmostwanted.com
http://www.cybercrime.gov/
Cybercrime Open in a new browser window
   Computer crime section of the Department of Justice contains links relating to internet commerce, intellectual property crimes, cybercrimes and general information.
   http://www.cybercrime.gov/
http://www.digitalagefraud.com/
Digital Age Fraud Open in a new browser window
   Covers so called "spam charges" to credit cards a string of international fraudsters.
   http://www.digitalagefraud.com/
http://www.easybackgroundcheck.com/
Easy Background Check Open in a new browser window
   Modeling company background check website.
   http://www.easybackgroundcheck.com/
http://www.fbi.gov/majcases/fraud/fraudschemes.htm
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Common Fraud Schemes Open in a new browser window
   Describes scams to avoid, most of which are internet-related.
   http://www.fbi.gov/majcases/fraud/fraudschemes.htm
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/menu-internet.htm
Federal Trade Commission Open in a new browser window
   Information from the FTC on E-commerce and the Internet. Includes anti-fraud tips.
   http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/menu-internet.htm
http://www.fraudbureau.com
Fraud Bureau Open in a new browser window
   Search for, or register, a complaint relating to online vendors and online auctions, including information and news about fraud on the Internet.
   http://www.fraudbureau.com
http://www.gptboycott.com
GPTBoycott.com Open in a new browser window
   Identifies "Get-Paid-To" websites that don't live up to their promises.
   http://www.gptboycott.com
http://www.korova.com/virus/hoax.htm
Hoax du Jour Open in a new browser window
   Regular commentary on the phenomena of misinformation and hoaxes on the Internet. Special attention to chain e-mail, 'Net rumors, scams, and hoaxes.
   http://www.korova.com/virus/hoax.htm
http://edsbandwagon.com
Hoaxes, Scams and Rip-offs Open in a new browser window
   Basics on hoaxes, scams and rip-offs on the internet. How to spot them and where to report them. Useful links
   http://edsbandwagon.com
http://www.hoaxkill.com/
Hoaxkill Open in a new browser window
   Site includes lists and links identifying internet virus hoaxes, chain letters, urban legends, parodies of hoaxes, and discussion forum.
   http://www.hoaxkill.com/
http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/cyberfraud.htm
How to Avoid Internet Investment Scams Open in a new browser window
   Securities and Exchange Commission information about investment fraud.
   http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/cyberfraud.htm
http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/fraud/internet/
Internet Fraud Open in a new browser window
   Department of Justice site includes information defining Internet fraud, what to do about it, and where to go to get more information.
   http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/fraud/internet/
http://www.healthcentral.com/Centers/OneCenter.cfm?Center=Internet%5FHoax%5FWatch
Internet Hoax Watch Open in a new browser window
   HealthCentral.com topic center. Focuses on health email and internet hoaxes.
   http://www.healthcentral.com/Centers/OneCenter.cfm?Center=Internet%5FHoax%5FWatch
http://www.scambusters.com/
Internet ScamBusters Open in a new browser window
   Extensive information on fraud, scams, hoaxes, urban legends and credit card fraud. Free e-zine and reports.
   http://www.scambusters.com/
http://www.junkemail.org/
Junk Email Open in a new browser window
   Resource site for dealing with e-mail scams.
   http://www.junkemail.org/
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2000/10/topten.htm
Law Enforcers Target 'Top 10' Online Scams Open in a new browser window
   Consumer Protection Cops From 9 Countries, 5 U.S. Agencies, And 23 States Tackle Internet Fraud [FTC]
   http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2000/10/topten.htm
http://www.bobbear.co.uk/
Money Laundering Fraud Open in a new browser window
   Tracks current fraudulent "money mule" operations operated through the Internet.
   http://www.bobbear.co.uk/
http://www.fraud.org/
National Fraud Information Center Open in a new browser window
   National Consumer's League's website provides a page devoted to Internet fraud.
   http://www.fraud.org/
http://www.ripoffs.org/
RipOffs.org Open in a new browser window
   The Internet news magazine dedicated to protecting your assets.
   http://www.ripoffs.org/
http://news.zdnet.com/2100-9595_22-515193.html
SEC warns against free-stock offers Open in a new browser window
   They're not just annoying. The free-stock deals being e-mailed around the Net are illegal.
   http://news.zdnet.com/2100-9595_22-515193.html
http://scambusters.co.nz/
Scambusters Open in a new browser window
   How to spot scams on TradeMe, the New Zealand auction site. The site profiles typical scams and provide hints and safety tips for online traders.
   http://scambusters.co.nz/
http://www.elsop.com/wrc/complain.htm
Spam: Where to Complain About Frauds & Scams on the Internet Open in a new browser window
   Links to government, advocacy, and watchdog groups accepting consumer complaints about Internet fraud and scams.
   http://www.elsop.com/wrc/complain.htm
http://www.tabathamarshall.com/
Tabatha Marshall Open in a new browser window
   A catalog of alleged bogus job offers and phishing attempts. Includes a comment board.
   http://www.tabathamarshall.com/
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2001/05/24/fbi_cracks_down_on_pyramid/
The Register - FBI cracks down on pyramid scam cybervillains Open in a new browser window
   The FBI has charged 88 people with Internet fraud after a nation-wide swoop. Those charged allegedly defrauded a total of 56,000 surfers out of more than $117 million.
   http://www.theregister.co.uk/2001/05/24/fbi_cracks_down_on_pyramid/
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2001/03/07/online_fraud_rife/
The Register - Online fraud rife in the US Open in a new browser window
   The US is a hotbed of online fraud according to a report just published by the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center (NWCCC).
   http://www.theregister.co.uk/2001/03/07/online_fraud_rife/
http://www.vmyths.com/index.cfm
VMyths Open in a new browser window
   Extensive resource for identifying and debunking computer virus hoaxes and myths.
   http://www.vmyths.com/index.cfm
http://www.virtualfeedback.com
Virtual Feedback Open in a new browser window
   Free online website for Internet buyers and sellers to leave feedback on all types of transactions. Check for Internet fraud before you buy.
   http://www.virtualfeedback.com
http://www.webhostingchoice.com/scams.php
Web Host Scams Open in a new browser window
   Outlines things one should watch out for when signing up with a web host.
   http://www.webhostingchoice.com/scams.php
http://www.webassured.com/
WebAssured Open in a new browser window
   Consumer protection service site provides means to register complaints, free ShopAssured download alerts shoppers when entering e-commerce site, free reports on business's consumer performance.
   http://www.webassured.com/
http://www.zonepatrol.com/
Zone Patrol Open in a new browser window
   Keeps a running list of websites that have taken advantage of people in the past.
   http://www.zonepatrol.com/

Last Updated: 2007-10-26 00:03:12