How do “phishing” emails work?
Most of these fake emails have several traits in common: • Fake email address: Many fake emails include a forged From: header that may be a real email address. For example: From: support@secondlife.com From: billing@secondlife.com From: abuse@secondlife.com The From: address can be forged. Never trust an email just because it says it’s from secondlife.com or lindenlab.com. • Your account is in danger: Many fake emails will try to trick you into thinking your account is on administrative review, or otherwise in danger, and that you will lose the ability to use Second Life. You can always view your account status under My Account on the Second Life website. • Urgency: Fake emails often claim that they require immediate action, or else your account may be terminated, your inworld information may be deleted, or you may face charges. • Attachments: Emails from Linden Lab never include attachments. Do not open attachments in a suspicious email, even if they appear to be innocent (like a .txt
