Spam
What to do about spoofing
Explanation :: Detection :: Solution :: Prevention
Although not as easily detectable as spam, spoofing can be identified using the same techniques for identifying spam and phishing attempts. A little common sense can go a long way in preventing many fraudulent e-mail practices..
- Do not respond to a spoofed e-mail to complain because, it will only arrive in your own e-mail Inbox.
- Send a copy of the spoofed e-mail to the spoofed e-mail sender's ISP. The e-mail address for this is usually abuse@theirisp.com or postmaster@theirisp.com but if you are not sure, visit their ISP's Web site and search for the information - it will be there.
- Send a copy of the spoofed e-mail you received to your ISP's abuse desk. The e-mail address for this is usually abuse@yourisp.com or postmaster@yourisp.com but if you are not sure, visit your ISP's Web site and search for the information - it will be there.
- Include full e-mail headers when you file a spoofing report. Find out how to read e-mail headers here.
In the US
The Federal Trade Commission accepts copies of unwanted or deceptive messages at: spam@uce.gov. If an unsubscribe request is not being honored (ignored or inoperative) you can fill out the FTC's online complaint form. The FTC stores spam complaints in a database and actively pursue law enforcement actions against people who send spam.
For all other countries try making a country specific search on Google for: "report spoofing"
For example: http://www.google.com.au/ will let you search pages just from Australia. We will add more information for other countries as we compile it. If you can help with information, please contact us.
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