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A Reddit user received an email that appeared to be a legitimate Microsoft<\/a> password reset<\/a> notification. The email’s logo, layout, and wording were identical to official Microsoft communications. Even the sender’s address, “noreply@rnicrosoft.com”, seemed legitimate at first glance. However, the user was cautious and decided to investigate further.<\/p>\n Upon closer inspection, the user discovered a tiny detail that revealed the email’s true nature. The sender’s address was not from Microsoft, but rather from “rnicrosoft.com”, where the letters “r” and “n” were placed side by side to resemble the letter “m”. This subtle difference was almost imperceptible unless one looked carefully.<\/p>\n Reddit reacts: \u201cThe scammer is using 200% of his brain\u201d<\/p>\n The post quickly gained attention on Reddit, where users were both amused and alarmed. One comment read, \u201cDamn bro, the scammer is really using 200% of his brain.\u201d Another user admitted, \u201cI only realised it after reading the description.\u201d<\/p>\n Many users confessed that they could have easily fallen for the scam. One said, \u201cIf I got that mail, my account would’ve been compromised instantly.\u201d<\/p>\n A clever phishing trick with a serious risk<\/p>\nThe small detail that changed everything<\/h2>\n
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