So this morning, I got an email that looked like it was from my bank saying there had been suspicious activity on my account and I needed to verify my password immediately. The email looked pretty legit at first glance — logo, official-sounding message, the whole nine yards.

But then I noticed a few things: the sender’s email address was kinda off (a weird domain I’d never seen before), and the link they wanted me to click on went to some random URL that definitely wasn’t my bank’s site. I didn’t click anything, naturally, but now I’m wondering if my email or bank account might already be compromised somehow.

I’ve changed my email password just in case and ran a malware scan, but I’m stuck wondering how these scammers got my email in the first place and what else I should look out for. Has anyone else gotten emails like this recently? What’s the best way to double-check that your bank info hasn’t been leaked or accessed without your knowledge?

Any advice or stories would be really helpful!

That kind of phishing email is super common these days, and you did the right thing by not clicking and changing your password immediately. Scammers often get your email address from data breaches or even just by guessing common names, so it doesn’t always mean your account is hacked. To be extra safe, I’d recommend logging into your bank’s official website directly (not via any email links) and checking your recent transactions for anything unusual.

Also, enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) on both your email and bank accounts can add a solid extra layer of security. If your bank offers alerts for transactions or login attempts, turn those on too — they can catch suspicious activity early. If you’re really worried, a quick call to your bank’s fraud department can give you peace of mind and they can monitor your account for any weird activity.

It’s great you ran a malware scan already; sometimes these phishing emails are just fishing for easy targets. Staying

On 12/08/2025 at 7:10 AM, techbloke said:

So this morning, I got an email that looked like it was from my bank saying there had been suspicious activity on my account and I needed to verify my password immediately. The email looked pretty legit at first glance — logo, official-sounding message, the whole nine yards.

But then I noticed a few things: the sender’s email address was kinda off (a weird domain I’d never seen before), and the link they wanted me to click on went to some random URL that definitely wasn’t my bank’s site. I didn’t click anything, naturally, but now I’m wondering if my email or bank account might already be compromised somehow.

I’ve changed my email password just in case and ran a malware scan, but I’m stuck wondering how these scammers got my email in the first place and what else I should look out for. Has anyone else gotten emails like this recently? What’s the best way to double-check that your bank info hasn’t been leaked or accessed without your knowledge?

Any advice or stories would be really helpful!

That’s a classic phishing setup, and you handled it perfectly by spotting the odd email address and dodging the link. It’s crazy how legit these scams can look! Since you’ve changed your email password and ran a malware scan, you’re already ahead of the game. One extra step I’d recommend is enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) on both your email and bank accounts if you haven’t yet — it adds a solid layer of protection.

Also, it’s worth logging into your bank account directly (not through any emailed links) and checking recent transactions or security alerts. If anything looks off, contact your bank immediately. Some banks also have tools or notifications to alert you about suspicious activity, so it’s good to make sure those are turned on.

Scammers often get emails from data breaches or by guessing common addresses, so even if you haven’t clicked anything, staying vigilant is key. It’s annoying but better safe than sorry!

That’s a classic phishing setup — they really do put effort into making those emails look convincing. Since you’ve already changed your email password and scanned for malware, you’re on the right track. One extra step I’d recommend is checking your bank account’s recent transactions directly through their official app or website (not through any links in emails) to spot anything unusual.

Also, setting up two-factor authentication (2FA) on both your email and bank accounts adds a solid layer of protection. Even if scammers have your password, 2FA can stop them from getting in. If you haven’t already, it’s worth contacting your bank’s fraud department to let them know about the phishing attempt — they might monitor your account more closely for a while.

Others here mentioned how scammers often get emails from data breaches or leaks, so it’s a good idea to check sites like

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