HMRC Warn of Latest Fraud Attempt

Taxpayers are being sent an email asking them to 'update your account to the new EV SSL certification'.  HMRC are warning that this is a scam email which is attempting to steal User IDs and Passwords. The email is being sent from hmrc@hmrc.gov.uk.

HMRC advise that you should never disclose personal information such as User IDs or Passwords and that anyone receiving a suspicious email should forward it to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk.

Internet link: HMRC guidance on security fraud attempts Example email