'Due to Recent Upgrade or Error' Email Scam

'Due to Recent Upgrade or Error' Email Scam is a new type of phishing email, which you might receive regardless of what email service provider you are using. The criminals seem to be targeting users all over the world, and the goal of their phishing scam is to convince users that their password needs to be changed due to an issue with the service. However, the link to 'change password' does not lead to a legitimate site – instead, it takes users to a phishing page where they will be asked to enter all sorts of credentials related to their email account. Because of this phishing scam, criminals may be able to obtain logins, two-factor authentication codes, and more.

If you ever receive a random email prompting you to follow a link and reset/update your password, you should not do it. While it is possible for your email provider to sometimes send such messages, it is recommended to use their website to navigate to the password change menu. By following links in your inbox, you risk encountering a phishing page like the one related to the 'Due to Recent Upgrade or Error' Email Scam.