FRAUD ALERT: Criminals Impersonating Comptroller’s Office

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The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is warning citizens that criminals are sending emails impersonating the agency’s Open Records Division, claiming citizens have committed a code violation. Do not click any links in these communications.

To cause you to react and click on the link, these fraudulent emails use the subject line: Code Violation Notice ref::#3364541.PDF. If you click the link, destructive malware is installed onto your computer or electronic device. The malware then steals your sensitive data.

See Sample e-mail Below:

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If you or anyone you know receives an email or any other communication like this, again, do not click on any link. Instead, report it to our office.

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