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community.ebay.com • September 2, 2026

Summary: inhawaii reported receiving a phishing message through an eBay community message and asked for guidance on forwarding it. adamcartwright suggested using the flag feature within the message interface, which generated additional questions and clarifications from other users. devon@ebay advised sending a screenshot to a specific eBay email for verification. Several participants confirmed receiving similar messages, with discussion on how to identify them and report scams effectively.

I received an obvious pfishing community message today.

I know there is [email protected] for regular email but what for a community message?

In case you're wondering what it looks like, here it is...

Subject: [Action Required] Account Verification: 24-Hour Deadline Our systems have flagged your eBay account for a mandatory security verification. This is a standard sweep to align with our updated platform protocols. Process is non-negotiable. Here is your secure verification path: For transparency, the unique verification gateway assigned to your session is: Timeline & Status: You have 24 hours to complete this verification from the timestamp of this message. Failure to comply will result in the temporary suspension of transactional privileges (buying/selling) until the process is completed. The integrity of the marketplace is a shared duty. Fulfill your part. The eBay Security Team

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eBay Disables Messaging Amid Phishing Surge eBay has temporarily disabled direct messaging in its Community forum due to a surge in phishing scams targeting users. Scammers exploited the messaging feature to send fake account verification notices, prompting eBay to act swiftly for user protection. The phishing messages, which appeared to come from the 'eBay Security Team,' threatened account restrictions unless users completed a verification process within 24 hours. Users reported receiving messages that closely mimicked legitimate communications, leading to confusion and potential data compromise. eBay advised users to verify links and not to provide sensitive information through external sites. The company has also provided guidance on reporting suspicious emails and messages. The situation has raised concerns about the security of community interactions on the platform. Currently, direct messaging remains disabled as eBay investigates the issue. 2 sources 62

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