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Phishing Alert: Sophisticated Fake Email Targeting Facebook Advertisers

On June 20, 2025, a phishing attempt was directed at [email protected], disguised as an official compliance warning from a so-called “Meta Compliance Compass.” The email falsely claimed that our Facebook advertisements violated safety policies and urged us to click a link to “Submit Appeal”—a classic phishing trick.


What We Observed:


Return Path: [email protected] (clearly a free email, not an official domain)

Subject: Misleading and intimidating, urging quick action

Language: Professional-sounding text warning about unverifiable products

Shortened Link: https://rebrand.ly/u3q1y0b – masked malicious URL

Destination Linkhttps://gannezoiproubri.vercel.app/bkavjcn.sbkxjhsbjbns

Headers & Source: Sent from a personal IP address in the U.S., not a verified Meta server


Why This Is Dangerous:


Phishing emails like this aim to:


  • Steal credentials by tricking you into logging into fake portals
  • Install malware through malicious links
  • Create panic using legal or compliance-sounding language


Despite appearing legitimate (passing DKIM, SPF, and DMARC checks), it came from a Gmail account, not a verified business domain—an immediate red flag.


What You Should Do:


  • Never click on suspicious links without hovering to inspect the URL.
  • Verify senders — Official companies don’t use free email services for compliance warnings.
  • Report phishing to your IT or cybersecurity team immediately.
  • Use email filtering tools and SpamAssassin to score and block suspicious emails.


USOC Inc.'s Commitment


We treat every phishing attempt seriously and actively monitor threats. If you're a business owner or employee receiving suspicious emails, do not respond. Instead, reach out to us — we can help audit and secure your systems.


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