- Fake FedEx Phishing Emails
What You Need to Know
Cybercriminals are sending phishing emails that impersonate Federal Express, complete with the FedEx logo and professional formatting, to trick recipients into clicking malicious links. These emails often claim that you need to “confirm your signature” for a package, which is an illogical request since packages are typically signed for upon delivery. The real danger lies in the link—clicking it can download malware such as keyloggers that steal sensitive information or ransomware that locks you out of your system. Common red flags in these emails include vague wording, poor grammar, generic greetings (never addressing you by name), and sender addresses that clearly do not belong to FedEx. Many of these emails are sent from hacked personal accounts used as part of large botnets, adding another layer of deception.
What You Should Do
To protect yourself, never click on links in unsolicited emails or texts, no matter how official they appear. Instead, verify directly by visiting the company’s official website—FedEx in this case or
by calling their legitimate customer service line at 1-800-463-3339. Always check the sender’s email address carefully, as scammers often use hacked accounts or domains unrelated to the real company.
Keep in mind that while antivirus software is critical, it may not always catch newly developed “zero-day” malware, so cautious behavior is your best defense. If you are unsure about the legitimacy of an email, go directly to the source rather than relying on the message itself for links or phone numbers.
Think you are being scammed? Call our scam hotline or email us for help:
(801)-724-6211
scamwatch@invisus.com
