'It Finally Happened,' Says A Millennial Who 'Graduated Into An Old Person' After They Fell For A Phishing Email Despite Being Tech-Savvy
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Published on March 21, 2026.
A millennial who considered themselves tech-savvy fell for a phishing email, stating that it made them feel like they had 'graduated into an old person'. The scam was successful due to the normality of the email and appearance of the person's contact and login page. The victim spent an hour changing their passwords and checking recovery pathways to ensure their information hadn't been changed. Despite the damage, the scam was limited. The post of this article sparked a surge in readers sharing similar experiences. Scams are becoming more subtle and more subtle, with many describing how they appear to be more subtle than obvious attempts promising huge payouts.
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