An imposter created a MSN messenger alias using the full name of someone I know, got on my MSN messenger list, and IM'ed me as if it was him. (As the dialogue went on it became more and more suspicious, I called the actual person and confirmed that he wasn't IM'ing me).
How did this imposter do this? i.e. Getting a hold of a full name of my friend, knowing that we're acquainted, and getting on my buddy/contact list? Could this have been done by a total stranger or is this person more likely someone that knows me?
Should I report this? How can I prevent this from happening again?
Thanks in advance to whoever can share expertise!
2007-01-01
15:24:28
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