Technology7/13/2025The Guardian

‘Scamazon’ – how fake emails are targeting Prime subscribers

‘Scamazon’ – how fake emails are targeting Prime subscribers

The article discusses a surge in fake emails targeting Amazon Prime subscribers. Fraudsters are sending messages claiming that Prime subscriptions are being automatically renewed at a higher price, prompting users to click on a link to cancel their subscription. However, this link is a scam designed to steal users' login and payment details. In response, Amazon has emailed 200 million users to warn them about these "Scamazon" phishing attempts. The article highlights the growing problem of cybercriminals exploiting popular services like Amazon Prime to deceive and defraud unsuspecting customers.

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