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Scam claims that “Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary”

  • Posted by Sean Doyle
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One of the latest internet scams circulating on Facebook claims that Marlboro is giving away a free carton of cigarettes to celebrate their 100th Anniversary. The scam claims that Facebook users who share an associated webpage will receive a free carton of cigarettes.

Also See: “Get-2-Free Marlboro Cigarette Carton to celebrate 110th Birthday” Survey Scam

The Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary is designed to do several things. First, the scammers want to phish personal information from users which can be used for a variety of purposes. The scam and associated webpage may also hijack Facebook user details such as passwords and email addresses. Once it has obtained personal Facebook details it may use the account to post content and send messages to people on the user’s behalf. The scam may also attempt to install rogue Facebook apps that can take control of the compromised Facebook account.

Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary

The “Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary” scam is entirely false. No one will receive a free carton of cigarettes by sharing a webpage, completing surveys, or doing anything else. This scam is in no way associated with Marlboro and Phillip Morris companies.

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If you notice a friend sharing the “Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary” webpage on Facebook make sure to let them know that they accounts may have become compromised and that their personal information may not be secure.

If you have fallen victim to this scam there are a few recommended steps that should be followed:

  • Change your Facebook password. To change your Facebook password go to Settings. In the general section the option to change your password will be the fourth selection. If promoted to log-out your account in other locations make sure to do so.
  • Remove rogue Facebook apps. In Settings, go to Apps, hover over the rogue app with your mouse, and click the X to remove it.
  • Scan your computer for malware. To scan your computer for malware we recommend to use a reputable malware removal tool such as Malwarebytes.

Scam Examples

Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary (160 Carton Remaining)
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Marlboro is Giving FREE Carton of Cigarettes to celebrate 100th Anniversary (160 Carton Remaining)
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Sean Doyle

Sean is a distinguished tech author and entrepreneur with over 20 years of extensive experience in cybersecurity, privacy, malware, Google Analytics, online marketing, and various other tech domains. His expertise and contributions to the industry have been recognized in numerous esteemed publications. Sean is widely acclaimed for his sharp intellect and innovative insights, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the tech community. His work not only advances the field but also helps businesses and individuals navigate the complexities of the digital world.

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