People are receiving fake emails with the title "Turbo Tax Update - Your Federal Return was Accepted" Below is a copy of the email people are receiving:
Intuit Security
Fake Turbotax Update
Steps to Take Regarding This Email (if you receive it):
- Do not open the attachment in the email.
- Send a copy of the email to: spoof@intuit.com.
- Do not forward the email to anyone else.
- Delete the email.
About Internet Phishing:
"Phishing" refers to criminal activity that attempts to fraudulently obtain sensitive information.
Here's what you can do to protect yourself from a phishing attack:
- If you suspect you have received a phishing email from Intuit, please forward it immediately to spoof@intuit.com. We will look into each reported instance.
- Make sure you subscribe to an anti-virus software and keep it up-to-date.
- Make sure you have updated your web browser to one that includes anti-phishing security features, such as Internet Explorer 7 or Firefox version 3 or higher.
- Make sure that you keep up to date on the latest releases and patches for your operating systems and critical programs. These releases are frequently security related.
- Do not respond to emails asking for account, password, banking, or credit card information.
- Do not open up an attachment that claims to be a software update. We will not send any software updates via email.
- Do not respond to text messages or voicemails that ask you to call a number and enter your account number and pin.
- Make sure you have passwords on your computer and your payroll files.
Always forward suspicious emails regarding Intuit Products or Services to spoof@intuit.com.