Fake Booking.com travel credit scam targets travelers

Summer travel already costs enough. So, an email promising a $500 Booking.com travel credit can feel like a lucky break. That is exactly why this message we received deserves a closer look. It uses a familiar travel brand, a big reward and a deadline to push you toward a blue "Redeem Now" button. The email also uses my real name in three places, which makes the message feel more personal and convincing. However, the details in this email raise several red flags. The sender address does not even