Avoid getting scammed by fake "LinkedIn" emails

What are fake "LinkedIn" emails?

"LinkedIn email scam" refers to spam campaigns - large-scale operations during which thousands of emails presented as messages from LinkedIn are sent. LinkedIn is a business and employment-oriented online service, designed to aid in professional networking.

The aim of the fake "LinkedIn" emails is to steal users' LinkedIn and/or email accounts. This is achieved via promotion of phishing websites that are disguised as sign-in pages.

Log-in credentials (e.g., email addresses, usernames, and passwords) entered into such sites are exposed to scammers, who can then use them to gain access/control over the corresponding accounts.

More about fake "LinkedIn" emails

The fraudulent "LinkedIn" emails can wear a variety of disguises and concern different topics. These letters promote phishing websites through links presented in them or attached files that lead to said pages.

For example, scam emails with the title/subject "Lee Railton sent you 1 new inquiry (Via LinkedIn)" are disguised as notifications, which alert recipients that they have an unread inquiry message. The researched letters endorsed phishing sites through links (buttons) and file attachments.

The fake "LinkedIn" website pushed via this email variant was hosted on Weebly (a legitimate web hosting service) and requested users to sign in using their email account credentials. To avoid having LinkedIn, email, or other online accounts stolen, it is strongly advised to exercise caution with incoming emails.

It is recommended to pay attention to the senders' email addresses, contents of the letters, and sign-in webpage URLs. Should attempts to log in via a phishing website have already been made - the accounts' passwords must be changed immediately.

Additionally, the official support of the potentially compromised platforms should be contacted without delay. To elaborate on how scammers can use hijacked communication-related platforms (e.g., professional networking [LinkedIn], social media, email, messengers, etc.) - they can pretend to be the account's genuine owner and ask contacts/friends for loans.

Alternatively, these platforms can be used to spread malware by sharing infectious files or links to malicious websites. Email accounts are of particular interest to scammers as they are typically connected to other platforms and services.

Hence, via stolen emails - access/control may be gained over content associated with them. In addition to communication-oriented accounts, finance-related ones are often registered through emails as well.

Banking, money transferring, e-commerce, digital wallet, and similar accounts can be used by scammers to make fraudulent transactions and/or online purchases. To summarize, by trusting fake "LinkedIn" emails, users can experience severe privacy issues, financial losses, identity theft, and system infections.

Similar scams in general

"Banca Popolare di Bari email scam", "EMS email scam", "cPanel email scam", "OneDrive email scam", "GoDaddy email scam", and "Banca Sella email scam" are some examples of phishing spam campaigns. The letters distributed through these mass-scale operations - are usually presented as "official", "urgent", "priority", and similar.

Aside from phishing, deceptive emails are also used to facilitate other scams and to proliferate malware (e.g., trojans, ransomware, etc.). The sole goal of scam letters is to generate revenue for the scammers/ cyber criminals behind them.

How do spam campaigns infect computers?

Spam campaigns spread malware via virulent files distributed through them. These files can be attached to the scam emails, and/or the letters can contain download links of malicious content.

Infectious files can be in various formats, e.g., Microsoft Office and PDF documents, archives (ZIP, RAR, etc.), executables (.exe, .run, etc.), JavaScript, and so forth. When the files are executed, run, or otherwise opened - the infection chain (i.e., malware download/installation) is initiated.

For example, Microsoft Office documents infect systems by executing malicious macro commands. This process is triggered the moment a document is opened - in Microsoft Office versions released before 2010.

Newer versions have "Protected View" mode that prevents automatic execution of macros. Instead, users are asked to enable editing/content (i.e., macro commands) and warned of the risks.

How to avoid installation of malware?

To avoid infecting the system via spam mail, it is expressly advised against opening suspicious and irrelevant emails - especially any attachments or links found in them. It is recommended to use Microsoft Office versions released after 2010.

Malware is not proliferated exclusively through spam campaigns, it is also distributed via dubious download channels (e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, and other third-party downloaders), illegal activation ("cracking") tools, and fake updaters.

Therefore, it is important to download only from official and verified sources. Additionally, all programs must be activated and updated with tools/functions provided by legitimate developers.

To ensure device and user safety, it is crucial to have a reputable anti-virus/anti-spyware suite installed and kept up-to-date. This software has to be used to run regular system scans and remove detected and potential threats.

If you've already opened malicious attachments, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate infiltrated malware.

Text presented in a "LinkedIn" scam email letter:

Subject: Lee Railton sent you 1 new inquiry (Via LinkedIn)

 

LinkedIn

 

Lee Railton

 

Lee Railton sent you inquiry message
Check inquiry

 

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This email was intended for ********. Learn why we included this.
LinkedIn

 

© LinkedIn. Mailing address: Room 817, 18F, Building 18, #1 DiSheng Bei Road, Beijing Yizhuang Development Area, China. LinkedIn and the LinkedIn logo are registered trademarks of LinkedIn.

Screenshot of a fake LinkedIn website (hosted via Weebly - legitimate web hosting service) promoted by these scam emails:

Another example of LinkedIn-themed spam email promoting a phishing site:

Text presented within:

Subject: Xiu Yang has requested a quote on LinkedIn

Linked in

Good morning  

My name is Xiu Yang, please let us know the availability of your

product we are sourcing for our customer in Portugal, please

accept my invitation, if you can customize the project, please let us know

We need your urgent feedback and explain your payment terms.
    
Xiu Yang
Sourcing Manager, CEO
Tizan Group Co.,ltd, Berlin, CHINA
Accept  Xiu Yang Invite
Quote now

Yet another example of LinkedIn-themed spam email promoting a phishing site:

Text presented within:

Subject: Hi, I'd like to connect with you on LinkedIn. I am a buyer.

 

Emily Gomez         
Hi, I'd like to connect with you on LinkedIn. I am a buyer.

EMILY GOMEZ
Chief Executive Officer, STOREX TRADING LTD., Dubai

Accept
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Screenshot of the promoted phishing site (ayarepresentaciones[.]com[.]py - fake LinkedIn website):

Another example of a LinkedIn-themed spam email:

Text presented within:

Subject: New Order from Chu

 

Linkedin

You have   1 new message

Get the full messaging experience on LinkedIn

Fetzer E. Brian tank
 
Chu Yuan

Sales Executive at BEWELLCN SHANGHAI INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD

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Yet another example of an email from LinkedIn spam campaign:

Text presented within:

Subject: 1 business request from Aldrin Michael

Linkedin

Business Invitation

You have a new business invitation from Aldrin Michael
*Status: Verified Member

Message:

Hello,
I will like to go into a business with you.
Please accept my invitation and give me your quotation and samples.

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This message was sent from LinkedIn.com mail server to: sales3@gpavia.com

© 2021 LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, Wilton Plaza, Wilton Place, Dublin 2.
LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company

Example of yet another email from LinkedIn-themed spam campaign:

Text presented within:

Subject: 1 项来自 Adrian Sandova 的业务请求

 

LinkedIn

You have 1 new message request

Adrian Sandova

Senior Account Sales Manager at ZTC Ventures Inc.

Moodlers Online
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Screenshot of the promoted phishing site:

Yet another example of an email from LinkedIn spam campaign:

Text presented within:

Subject: You've received 1 new Business Request
          
Search Products     |     Post Buying Request
You've received 1 new Business Request from Andrew Simon!
          
Hello -,
We want to establish a strong business relationship with your firm.
Kindly contact me for more details about our order.

Andrew Simon
Head, Marketing Unit
 
View Contact Details *****mon@maxprowelding.com

Yet another example of an email from "LinkedIn" spam campaign:

Text presented within:

Subject: You've received 1 new Business Request

 

Linked in

Hello, I want to join your LinkedIn network

Mr. Leon NOEL Sales Department Manager
Foshan Nuoyilaier Co., Ltd.
jakarta, indonesia
I would like to establish a business relationship with you, concerning our new Order request.
Please accept me so we can conduct business.

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Types of malicious emails:

If you opened an attachment or downloaded a file from a suspicious email, run a full system scan with Combo Cleaner. If you only received the email and didn't engage with it, you don't need to scan anything - just identify the scam and delete it. The full procedure below covers both situations and what to do if you already clicked, replied, or sent money.

Credential theft Phishing emails

Fake login pages disguised as PayPal, Microsoft, Apple, banks, or social networks. The email pushes a link to a near-perfect copy of the real login screen. The moment you type your username and password, the attacker has them.

Common subject lines

• "Action required: confirm your account"
• "Your password expires today"
• "Unusual sign-in attempt detected"
• "Verify your billing information"

Malware delivery Emails with malicious attachments

Trojans hidden inside fake invoices, faxes, shipping confirmations, or Office documents. Opening the attachment runs the payload and infects the system - often with an info-stealer or remote-access trojan.

Common subject lines

• "Invoice INV-2026-XXXX attached"
• "Fax received - 3 pages"
• "Your shipping document is ready"
• "Voicemail from +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX"

Extortion Sextortion emails

Fake claims of webcam recordings demanding cryptocurrency. Almost always a bluff: the attacker pulls a real password from an old data breach to make the threat look credible, then claims to have video of you. They have no recording and no access.

Common subject lines

• "I know your password is XXXX"
• "Your account has been hacked"
• "I have recorded you - 48 hours to pay"
• "You have been compromised"

Callback fraud Refund & callback scams

"Your subscription was renewed for $499 - call to cancel." Norton, McAfee, Geek Squad, PayPal, and Wells Fargo variants are all common. There's no real subscription. The phone number in the email connects directly to the scammer, who walks you through "refunding" yourself - which is actually them stealing money from your bank.

Common subject lines

• "Norton subscription auto-renewed - $499.99"
• "McAfee Total Protection invoice"
• "Geek Squad order confirmation"
• "Your PayPal payment is being processed"

Credential theft Account suspension & verification scams

"Your account will be deleted in 24 hours - verify now." The artificial deadline is the whole point: it pressures you to click before checking details. The "verify" link goes to a phishing page styled to look like the real provider.

Common subject lines

• "Your account will be deleted in 24 hours"
• "Suspicious activity detected - verify now"
• "Final warning: account closure"
• "Action required to keep your account active"

Mixed payload Delivery & package scams

Fake DHL, USPS, UPS, or FedEx tracking, customs fees, or "package undeliverable" notices. Targets anyone expecting a parcel - the timing alone catches many people. The link hides either phishing (asking for card details to "release" the package) or a malware download.

Common subject lines

• "Your DHL package is held at customs"
• "USPS - delivery attempt failed"
• "FedEx tracking update - action required"
• "Pay $2.99 redelivery fee to release your parcel"

Remote access Tech support scams

Fake Microsoft, Apple, or "Windows Defender" security alerts pushing a phone number. Real Microsoft and Apple never email a phone number to call. The number connects you to a scammer who asks for remote access to "fix" the imaginary problem and then demands payment.

Common subject lines

• "Microsoft Defender expired - renew now"
• "Apple ID security alert"
• "Critical: virus detected on your PC"
• "Windows license expired - call now"

Wire fraud Advance-fee scams

Inheritance, lottery wins, romance, or business deals that ask for a small fee to release a much larger sum. The classic "Nigerian prince" 419 family of frauds. Once you pay the first fee, more fees appear (taxes, lawyer, transfer charges) until you stop paying. The promised money never exists.

Common subject lines

• "Inheritance from a relative you didn't know about"
• "You won the international lottery"
• "URGENT - business proposal worth $XX million"
• "Compensation fund release for fraud victims"

Wire fraud Business email compromise (BEC)

CEO impersonation asking employees to wire money or buy gift cards, or fake supplier invoices with newly "updated" bank details for payment redirection. The email often spoofs a real internal executive's display name and uses an external lookalike domain.

Common subject lines

• "Quick task - need you to buy gift cards"
• "Updated banking details for invoice payment"
• "Wire transfer request - urgent"
• "Are you available?" (CEO impersonation opener)

How to spot a malicious email?

Phase 1~ 2 min

Spot - identify the red flags

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1

Check the sender's actual address, not the display name

30 sec

The display name (the human-readable part) is trivial to fake. Always check the full address that comes after it. Common red flags:

• Domain mismatch - service@paypa1.com, support@micros0ft-help.com, look-alike domains using digits or extra hyphens
• Free-email impersonation - any "official" message from a bank, courier, or platform sent from a @gmail.com, @outlook.com, or @yahoo.com address
• Reply-To mismatch - the From address looks legitimate but Reply-To points somewhere completely different

Why this matters

Real companies own their domains and send mail from them. A "DHL" message from a Gmail address is never legitimate, regardless of how convincing the body looks.

2

Watch for urgency, threats, and generic greetings

30 sec

Scams almost always rush you. The point is to make you act before you think. Treat any of the following as a strong signal:

• "Your account will be deleted in 24 hours"
• "Final notice" / "Immediate action required"
• "Dear Customer" or "Dear User" instead of your real name
• Threats of fines, account closure, legal action, or arrest
• Promises of refunds, prizes, or money you didn't earn
• Spelling and grammar mistakes in messages claiming to come from a major brand

3

Hover over every link before clicking

30 sec

On a desktop, hover the mouse over the link without clicking. The real destination shows in the bottom-left status bar of your browser or email client. On a phone, long-press the link to preview the URL.

• Real Microsoft, PayPal, or bank links go to those exact domains, not redirects through unrelated sites
• Shortened URLs (bit.ly, tinyurl, t.co) hide the real destination - never click them in unsolicited mail
• The visible link text and the actual URL must match - mismatches are the single biggest phishing red flag

Pro tip

When in doubt, don't click the link. Open a new browser tab and type the company's address yourself, then log in normally. If there really is an issue with your account, you'll see it there.

4

Treat unexpected attachments as hostile

30 sec

If you didn't ask for the file, don't open it - even if it appears to come from someone you know. Categories that should never be opened from email without verification through another channel:

• .exe, .scr, .iso, .img, .vbs, .bat - executables, never legitimate attachments
• .docx, .xlsx, .pptx with "Enable macros" prompts - the macros run the malware
• .pdf with "Click here to view" buttons - usually a phishing redirect, not a real document
• .zip, .rar, .7z archives, especially password-protected ones - the password defeats the email scanner

Phase 2~ 2 min

Report and delete - if you haven't engaged

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If you only received the email and didn't reply, click, or open anything, the steps below are all you need. Your computer is not infected.

5

Don't reply, don't click "unsubscribe"

30 sec

Replying confirms your address is real and monitored, which gets you added to higher-value scam lists. The "unsubscribe" link in a scam message is rarely a real opt-out - it usually leads to a phishing page or downloads a tracking pixel.

Instead, mark the message as junk or phishing inside your email client (this trains the spam filter), then block the sender.

6

Report the scam to your email provider and authorities

1 min

Inside your email client:

• Gmail: open the message → ⋮ menu → Report phishing
• Outlook / Outlook.com: ⋯ menu → Report → Report phishing
• Apple Mail / iCloud: Move to Junk, then forward to reportphishing@apple.com

Forward or report to authorities:

• International: forward to reportphishing@apwg.org
• United States: ic3.gov (FBI)
• United Kingdom: forward phishing emails to report@phishing.gov.uk (NCSC SERS); for financial loss report at reportfraud.police.uk (Report Fraud, the successor to Action Fraud; 0300 123 2040)
• Canada: antifraudcentre.ca
• Australia: scamwatch.gov.au
• EU: your national CERT - find yours via the ENISA CSIRT map

After reporting, delete the email and empty the Trash folder so you don't accidentally open it later.

Phase 3~ 10–60 min

Recover - if you already engaged with the scam

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Pick the step below that matches what you did. If multiple apply, work through them in the order they appear - the steps are arranged from lowest to highest risk.

7

You only clicked a link (didn't enter anything or download anything)

Scenario: clicked link only10 min

Close the page right away. Don't enter any information, even if the page looks legitimate.

• Clear your browser cache and cookies for the last hour - Chrome/Edge: Ctrl+Shift+Del → Last hour → check Cookies and Cached files
• Run a quick scan with Combo Cleaner in case the page tried to drop a file silently (drive-by download)
• Update your browser to the latest version - most drive-by exploits target outdated browsers
• Watch for new browser pop-ups, redirects, or unfamiliar notifications over the next few days

Why this matters

Modern browsers block most drive-by attacks, but a single click on a phishing page can still be enough on an outdated browser or unpatched plugin. A quick scan catches anything that landed silently.

8

You opened an attachment or downloaded a file - run a full malware scan

Scenario: opened attachment⚠ Highest risk60–90 min

Opening an attachment is the most common path to actual infection. Treat the system as compromised until the scans below come back clean. Work through these sub-steps in order:

8.1Disconnect from the network

Unplug Ethernet and turn off Wi-Fi. If the attachment was an info-stealer or remote-access trojan, this stops it from sending data out or receiving commands. Keep the network off until you've booted into Safe Mode (next step) - you'll reconnect there briefly to download the scanners.

8.2Boot into Safe Mode with Networking, then download the scanners

Windows 11: Settings → System → Recovery → Advanced startup → Restart now → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart → press 5 or F5.

Windows 10: hold Shift, click Power → Restart → Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart → press F5.

Once Safe Mode has loaded, turn Wi-Fi back on and download Combo Cleaner (used in 8.4) and Microsoft Safety Scanner (used in 8.5). Safe Mode loads only minimal drivers, so most malware can't auto-run while you're getting the tools. Save both installers to your Desktop.

8.3Run Microsoft Defender Offline

Reboot to normal Windows. Open Windows Security → Virus & threat protection → Scan options. Select Microsoft Defender Antivirus (offline scan) and click Scan now. The PC restarts into a stripped-down environment and scans the disk before Windows fully loads - this is what catches rootkits and bootkits.

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8.4Run a full Combo Cleaner scan

Install Combo Cleaner and run a full system scan (not the quick scan). Let it complete fully, review what it found, and apply the recommended actions. Combo Cleaner will quarantine known trojans and remove their persistence in the registry.

8.5Run Microsoft Safety Scanner as a second-opinion scan

Download Microsoft Safety Scanner (MSERT.exe). The binary expires every 10 days, which means every download has the latest signatures. Run a full scan after Combo Cleaner to catch anything one engine alone might miss.

8.6Reset browsers and clear notification permissions

Many email-borne trojans drop adware that hijacks browsers. Reset each browser you use:

Chrome: chrome://settings/reset → Restore settings to their original defaults. Then chrome://settings/content/notifications - remove unfamiliar sites.

Edge: edge://settings/reset. Then edge://settings/content/notifications.

Firefox: about:support → Refresh Firefox.

8.7Re-enable Defender, Tamper Protection, and update everything

Open Windows Security → Virus & threat protection → Manage settings and confirm Real-time protection, Cloud-delivered protection, and Tamper Protection are all on. Then run Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates and update browsers and applications.

Important

If the scans keep finding new threats on each run, or files reappear after deletion, you may have a deeper compromise that needs a clean Windows reinstall. See pcrisk's full manual malware removal guide for the extended procedure (Process Explorer, Autoruns, hosts file inspection).

9

You entered credentials on a fake login page

Scenario: shared password⚠ Act fast20 min

Assume the attacker has your password and is using it right now. Speed matters.

1. Change the password from a different, known-clean device (your phone is fine if it's not infected). Don't reuse the old password anywhere else.
2. Enable two-factor authentication if you haven't already. Prefer an authenticator app or hardware key over SMS.
3. Sign out of all sessions - most platforms have a "sign out everywhere" option in security settings, which kicks the attacker out.
4. Review recent activity - look for unfamiliar logins, new devices, forwarding rules, or app permissions. Remove anything you don't recognize.
5. Check your other accounts - if you reused that password anywhere else, change it there too. Check your exposure at haveibeenpwned.com.
6. Update security questions - the attacker may have seen the answers in your account profile.

Why email comes first

If you only have time to change one password, change your primary email password - it's the recovery hub for every other account. An attacker who controls your email can reset everything else.

10

You sent money or shared bank, card, or ID details

Scenario: financial loss⚠ Contact bank now30 min

Time is the single biggest factor in recovering money. Banks can sometimes recall a wire or reverse a card transaction within the first few hours.

1. Call your bank or card issuer immediately. Use the number on the back of the card, not any number from the scam email. Ask them to freeze the card, reverse the transaction if possible, and flag the account for fraud monitoring.
2. If you sent a wire transfer or used a money-transfer service (Western Union, MoneyGram, Zelle, Wise), call them directly and request a recall. Some can be reversed within minutes if reported fast.
3. If you sent cryptocurrency or gift cards, recovery is unlikely - but report it anyway, since law enforcement tracks these patterns.
4. File a police report. You'll need the report number for any insurance, bank, or credit-bureau claim. Save the report number.
5. File with the right authority for your country:
   • US: ic3.gov + reportfraud.ftc.gov
   • UK: reportfraud.police.uk (Report Fraud, the successor to Action Fraud; 0300 123 2040)
   • Canada: antifraudcentre.ca
   • Australia: scamwatch.gov.au
   • EU: your national CERT or police cybercrime unit
6. Set fraud alerts on all major credit bureaus if you shared any ID details. US: Equifax, Experian, TransUnion. UK: Experian, Equifax, TransUnion (Cifas Protective Registration is a stronger option).
7. Save all evidence - the original email (with full headers), screenshots of the fake site, transaction records, any phone numbers or chat logs.

Phase 4~ 15 min + 30 days

Verify & monitor

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Final scan and startup-app check

15 min

Reconnect to the network and run one final full scan with Combo Cleaner, followed by a Windows Defender quick scan. Then open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and switch to Startup apps - disable anything unfamiliar.

Make sure Windows, browsers, and any applications you use are fully up to date. The infection vector that worked on you once usually involves outdated software.

12

Monitor accounts and credit for 30 days

5 min/day · 30 days

Most fraud follow-ups land in the first month. Until that window closes, keep watching:

• Bank and card statements - daily for the first week, then weekly
• Email - watch for password-reset confirmations or login alerts you didn't trigger
• Credit report - US: free at annualcreditreport.com; UK: Experian, Equifax, TransUnion all have free tiers
• Breach alerts - sign up at haveibeenpwned.com to be notified when your email appears in new leaks

If anything new appears in any of those, treat it as a continuing compromise: change passwords again, contact the bank again, and update the police report.

Important: If you didn't click anything, didn't reply, and didn't open any attachment, your computer is not infected - just delete the email and move on. If you opened an attachment or downloaded a file, run an automated scan with Combo Cleaner and Windows Defender and stop there. That path catches the vast majority of email-borne malware without the risk of breaking Windows by deleting the wrong file.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why did I receive this email?

Phishing emails are commonly distributed in large quantities to random email addresses, with the aim of deceiving some recipients into revealing personal information. These messages are typically not personalized.

I have provided my personal information when tricked by this email, what should I do?

If you have disclosed any login information, it is crucial that you promptly update all of your passwords.

I have downloaded and opened a file attached to this email, is my computer infected?

If you have downloaded and opened a malicious file attached to an email, your computer may have been infected with malware. By executing the malicious file, the malware can gain access to your system.

I have read the email but didn't open the attachment, is my computer infected?

Simply opening an email does not pose a risk to your system. However, clicking on links or downloading attachments within the email can lead to a system infection.

Will Combo Cleaner remove malware infections that were present in email attachment?

Although Combo Cleaner can identify and eliminate most known malware infections, it is important to keep in mind that advanced malware can hide deep within the system. Therefore, conducting a full system scan is crucial to identifying and removing potential threats.