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Fake domain renewal emails trick website owners into paying scammers
Scammers use fake domain renewal emails and a deceptive website named Renovarix to trick website owners into providing personal and payment information. The scam exploits fear of domain expiration by displaying fabricated registry data and urgent countdowns, with phishing emails often sent from unverified Gmail addresses despite claiming professional branding.
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