chantellion.com SCAM Targets eBay Sellers

http://www.chantellion.com/  FAKE FRAUD SCAM

chantellion.com is a fake escrow site targeting eBay sellers of jewelry and watches.

Are you stupid enough to send a valuable item overseas to a total stranger who only says they paid a fake escrow site they are running?
Will you mark that multi-thousand dollar piece of jewelry or watch on the customs form as a gift worth almost nothing?
Report the buyer to eBay.
Send me details so I can post them to help others.
netscammers@gmail.com

Read what eBay has to say about using escrow:
http://pages.ebay.com/help/pay/escrow.html

Important: Only use Escrow.com.
Using Escrow.com can help keep buyers and sellers safe from fraud. When you use Escrow.com, they collect the money from the buyer and hold it until the buyer and seller agree that the terms of the sale have been met. Once both parties are satisfied, Escrow.com sends the payment to the seller. Escrow.com is licensed and regulated company, and the only escrow service that can be used for eBay transactions.
Escrow is available for any purchase, but typically is used for purchases of $500 or more.

The fraud site claims to be located in Lyons, France.
(these scammers used to use the UPS address in Belgium on their old sites)

The fraud site is hosted by XO Communications.
http://whois.domaintools.com/chantellion.com

Their previous site was:
etblieu.com
(that site also targeted eBay sellers)
http://escrow-fraud.com/index.php?page=fraud_data&id=11716
http://escrow-fraud.com/images/test/etblieu.com.jpg

Here are some images of the fraud site:

Here is text from the scam site:

Company Profile
Chantellion is an independent escrow company based in France - Lyon. We were born out of the ever increasing need for fast, reliable transactions which would also not exclude the one value that the Internet Community cherishes most: privacy.
Founded in 2003, the company has grown steadily over the past 2 years, and currently processes secure transactions for goods and services valued at millions of dollars annually for customers worldwide. Our clientele varies from international exporters to online traders who buy and sell over auction sites such as eBay, uBid or Yahoo Auctions.
How We Work!
We contributed to the creation of a new dimension of e-commerce:
we developed a platform that would automate and secure most of the escrow processes in 5 easy steps, while also providing attentive, non-automated customer support through our customer care department.
License.
Chantellion is fully licensed and accredited as an escrow company, Government agencies perform regular audits of independently licensed escrow companies. The audit examinations serve to protect public funds, determine safety and soundness of operations and determine compliance with escrow statutes and regulations.
Chantellion, located in France, is audited regularly by the following entity:
France Department of Corporations
license #931-wZd778
The France Department of Corporations conducts the most stringent examination of all government agencies.
http://chantellion.com/ is also licensed in other states in accordance with our business practices.

An Escrow Service That Is Secure.
Chantellion is hosted on secure servers using the latest in encryption technology. Alternative BS , the operator of this online system is a licensed and accredited escrow company that operates in compliance with currently applicable escrow regulations, and is also subject to the Financial and Business Code of France.

Chantellion adds trust to the transaction and reduces the potential risk of fraud by acting as a trusted Chantellion that collects, holds and disburses funds according to Buyer and Seller instructions. Chantellion services are provided by a licensed and regulated escrow agent.
You can rest assured: ALL transfers are insured. Insurance isn't optional with us: we take money transfer very seriously and as such, we will automatically insure ALL transfers.This service is included in our fee.
Buyers can inspect merchandise before the seller is paid. Sellers ship the merchandise only if Chantellion guarantees payment.
The Insurance is covered by Chantellion for the item and will cover the goods for any damage encountered during transportation.
Developed for the way you do business
The TransactionPoint process was not designed as a "one size fits all" aolution for e-commerce. As an online, rules-based business application, it uses parameters that you define to fit the way you do business in virtually any online trading environment. So regardless of your business complexity or method of payment, it remains the single point of integration for managing-to-closure all your e-business transactions

  
Time-tested and trusted technology
After2 years of successful transactions, the software and technology utilized by TransactionPoint has proven its worth. It takes Buyers and Sellers from purchase through completion, covering every step in between. From reliable collection and disbursement of funds to tracking and confirming performance by all participants, including third parties, no other solution offers more advantages for handling e-business transactions.
Developed for the way you do business
The TransactionPoint process was not designed as a "one size fits all" solution for e-commerce. As an online, rules-based business application, it uses parameters that you define to fit the way you do business in virtually any online trading environment. So regardless of your business complexity or method of payment, it remains the single point of integration for managing-to-closure all your e-business transactions.
The need for speed in international e-business,
In today's global economy, opportunities won't wait. To successfully compete, companies must have all the necessary financial resources ready at a moment's notice - including letters of credit. Unfortunately, obtaining these can be costly, complex and time-consuming.
Providing faster payment for online international transactions
Fortunately, there's Chantellion. It's a secure payment method for Sellers who demand payment upon shipment and Buyers who want to pay against transport documents. Buyers and Sellers will soon be able to access Chantellion online for even greater convenience.


Your trusted financial partner
Regardless of the source, cost or type of merchandise you're buying or selling online, we act as a financial intermediary, reducing the risk of fraud and providing a level of security that's missing when consumers or business go it alone
As a buyer, our escrow services withhold payment until you've inspected your merchandise. As a seller, we make sure you receive payment once all transactions requirements have been met. Buyer and Seller receive other benefits as well..
Providing faster payment for online international transactions
Fortunately, there's Chantellion . It's a secure payment method for Sellers who demand payment upon shipment and Buyers who want to pay against transport documents. Buyers and Sellers will soon be able to access Chantellion online for even greater convenience.

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cargoforwardinginc.com SCAM

http://www.cargoforwardinginc.com/  FAKE FRAUD SCAM

cargoforwardinginc.com is a fake shipping and escrow site set up by scammers in Romania.
http://whois.domaintools.com/cargoforwardinginc.com
The site is hosted by IXWEBHOSTING
send complaints to:
abuse@ecommerce.com
(expect some lag time as the "help desk" for IXWEBHOSTING is located in Romania)
The site is a spoof of the legitimate company:
http://www.dasautoshippers.com/

Previous fake sites using the same template are posted here:
http://escrow-fraud.com/index.php?page=gallery&layout=61

See what DAS has to say about spotting internet fraud:
http://www.dasautoshippers.com/i-found-this-great-used-car-online.html

These Romanian scammers usually post fake ads for items like ATVs, Tractors and Mororcycles.
They have been known to post ads for tickets.
http://netscammers.blogspot.com/2011/01/elitecargoexpresscom-fraud.html
(same scammers, different template)

You'll notice that the fake site tells you it is on a secure server here:
http://cargoforwardinginc.com/account.php
(image below, total BS)
The site offers no security, you are giving your information to criminals.


Here are images from the fake site:

Here is text from the fraud site:

CargoForwardingInc.com offers transportation services along most of the major international trading routes to customers throughout the world. From its corporate
headquarters it operates an intermodal system, which combines sea, land, and air transportation, enabling the Company to provide fast, reliable, frequent, and complete
door-to-door services around the world.
Since its establishment in 1954, Service to clients through modernization and improvement have always been the hallmark of our company.
The company has over 500 employees and annualized revenues exceeding $200 million.
CargoForwardingInc.com Mission Statement and Vision
Our mission: to provide the highest level of service to our customers, in order to build a trustworthy and long lasting relationship.
CargoForwardingInc.com's Vision is to be a leading competitive global shipping and logistics company, setting high level standards in the industry. A company whose
employees and partners identify themselves with its goals and values.
Our values:
Customer focus
Global culture
Commitment to company's strategy
Excellence through quality
Continuous improvement of management and operational efficiency as well as optimization of systems
Competitive Orientation
Leadership
Striving for efficiency
Team work
Community involvement
A major strategic goal of the company is growth, both organic and through joint ventures and alliances, in shipping as well as shipping-related areas. As part of our
customer-focused values, CargoForwardingInc.com emphasizes Introversion of customer's values, Adjusting CargoForwardingInc.com's services to customer values and
striving for long term, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers.   CargoForwardingInc.com strives to implement state of the art information technologies,
promote e-commerce and knowledge management.
 
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Environmental Policy
Our company's activities implemented - inter alia - through constant training of its employees at all levels - are aimed to follow and adopt the highest known standards of
safety at sea, prevention of human injury or loss of life, with strict adherence to and implementation of all the relevant requirements of the various international conventions
dealing with the prevention of environment and property damage.
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Communication and information Services
The Company has developed and operates sophisticated information and communication systems. These systems integrate all of the Company's activities and
operations through a worldwide computer network that links over 200 sites. Customers can be linked to the Company's network and benefit from on-line current
information. The Company co-ordinates and monitors its fleet of vessels, containers and chassis, in addition to other services it provides, using its modern information
and communication systems. The Company's worldwide network includes 3,000 online computer terminals at the Company's head office, area offices, ports and agents'
offices, as well as on board vessels. The system is designed to co-ordinate shipping schedules, optimize the loading of containers onto vessels and to facilitate the
planning of transportation schedules. The system also processes cargo bookings, generates bill of lading and cargo manifests, expedites customs clearance, facilitates
equipment control and the planning and management of intermodal transportation. In addition, the system provides the Company's management with operational data,
including monthly financial results and expenses incurred for each voyage, routes, mileage information and other information.
Quality Assurance
CargoForwardingInc.com has established a quality assurance unit which is charged with obtaining ISO 9002 certification for the Company's units and upholding it thereafter;
coordinating ISM (International Safety Management standards); organization and system services; and handling documentation changes and current needs. All
CargoForwardingInc.com vessels comply with the International Safety Management regulations, and CargoForwardingInc.com is pledged to maintain the highest
standards of safety and quality, as well as to comply with marine-environment protection procedures.

Services we provide - Our company, Cargo Forwarding Inc provides the largest amount of online and ground services, shipping and handling and, the most important,
lately we have introduced the "Third Party Agency" for online transactions over 500 USD. The online services are simple to use, but very important when dealing with long
distance transactions, when the buyer can not inspect the merchandise for himself, nor the seller can protect himself from losing his products.
The online shipping system - offers the posibility to track an online shipping related to a real ground shipping handled by our company and also to create a virtual
shipping so you can know from the begining how much it will cost and how long it will take for the package to arrive to destination.
Third Party Agency - we act as a trusted middle-man for both the seller and buyer, offering them great security and fast movement for national and international
transactions. Our fees are not cheap, but still, when dealing with your money or merchandise as we do the money is not important. If you will not be satisfied with our way
of dealing with your belongings then we will refund you with any fee you have paid.
While you are here, you should check-out some of our website's sections:
The most important issue :
CAREFULLY READ THE PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF USE.
For more information please review our contact page:
http://www.cargoforwardinginc.com/contact.php

Important Information: As a member of Cargo Forwarding Inc, you can file complaints against other users you have engaged in transactions with. Every complaint you file
is sent to the IFCC (Internet Fraud Complaint Center - an FBI program) directly. As we cannot disclose personal information on the user you are filing a complaint against to
anyone else but a legal entity, we will only provide such information to the IFCC .

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aa419 new denial-of-service attack

Shortly after coming back on line from a server upgrade, http://www.aa419.org/ has encountered a denial of service attack.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denial-of-service_attack

The announcement was made on Twitter:
http://twitter.com/aa419

 Mitigation is underway. It is a large scale attack and is taking some time.

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london-ships.com FRAUD

http://www.london-ships.com/  FAKE FRAUD SCAM

New site here:
http://netscammers.blogspot.com/2011/03/london-exprescom-scam.html

london-ships.com is a fake site run by scammers in Romania.
The site is presently hosted by QUALITY-HOST.RO
http://quality-host.ro/contact/
http://whois.domaintools.com/london-ships.com
Send complaints to:

Persoana contact:

Cojocaru Cristian

Email:

besthostshell@yahoo.com

The site was previoulsy hosted by tempohost.net but thanks to the owner, it was removed from their servers.
(Thank you Albert)

The fraud site claims to be located at the often used address:
25 Hanover Street, Hanover Square, London W1S 1YH
(click to see other fraud sites using that address)

Here are some images from the fake site:

Here is text from the fraud site:

Our service is based on affordable rates, dependable schedules and door-to-door service. We offer worldwide merchandise transportation safe, open and enclosed car carriers.
We will pick up your merchandise at a place convenient to you and transport it to your desired location. We offers both private and commercial services, and we transport all types of merchandises including oversize automobiles, trucks, RVs, military merchandises, SUVs, hot rods, electronics and motorcycles.
We understand that moving your merchandise is no small matter. We believe that moving your auto should be an effortless experience. Our experienced, professional and friendly staff is there for you every step of the move, from the initial FREE quote, all the way to the safe, on-time delivery of your merchandise.
With our Delivery services, we treat your cars like we treat our own. Our outstanding record of service, competitive prices and professional experience has made us a leader in the national and international Delivery services industry and earned us the respect and gratitude of our clients. We want to earn yours!

We are there when you need us!
Ready to take care of any problem that you may have with your transaction or shipment. We know time is valuable. That is why when you contact us we will put effort in providing the best services with our skilled team of professionals.
Complete internet buy/sell experience
People have been asking us to develop a system that completes their Internet buying experience and we believe we have. The marketplace for the sale of used cars this year will be close to 50 million units and approximately a third of these will be sold online.
Satisfied Customers
» "I am a lawyer and my time is very important. You sold my car fast and I got the money in my hand without being necessary to move a finger. Good job ... "
» "Woooow ...bought a great Bentley with your help. I have agreed with the seller to use this service and they took care of everything. I asked them to take the car to a service for inspection...it proved flawless. I signed the contract, I paid and the car arrived in 72 hours at my door. I would recommend your services to all my friends. Thanks!"
» "Thanks to you, I was able to sell my car online."
Our first priority, is your safety!
Internet fraud costs victims millions of dollars each year. Protect yourself with us. We protect both the buyer and seller with a simple, 5 step trust process. read more... Proud members of:

COMPLETE ESCROW AND SHIPPING SERVICE
Usually we take part at the selling process by offering our complete escrow and shipping services. We are not just a regular escrow service, we have the infrastructure to conduct authorized pre-buy inspection on all type of vehicles.
There are a few situations that we currently handle:
- the seller and the buyer have already agreed and discussed regarding the transaction and they want to use our escrow (with vehicle inspection) and shipping services; the funds are transferred to the escrow account but the seller will be paid at the end of the transaction;
- you are a seller/buyer and you want to sell/buy a vehicle; after analyzing your case we will present our offer; usually the transaction takes place like in the case above;
- there are cases (in which the offer is too good) when we buy a vehicle directly from the seller; in this case the seller is paid the same day.
..and we all know there is nothing in real life as a shipping and escrow company.......


The seller informs Buyer about the transaction details.
Seller and Buyer agree to terms of the transaction, which includes a description of the merchandise, sale price (deposit to be made before the start of the delivery), number of days for the Buyer's inspection and any shipping information.

2
We check the car and documents.
We conduct a full pre-buy inspection of the vehicle at one of our partner service. Both Buyer and Seller are informed about the inspection result.

3
Buyer deposits the funds to our secured non-interest bearing trust account.
If the vehicle is accepted by the Buyer, then the Buyer must send the funds to our secured non-interest bearing trust account. Upon payment verification our company ships the car to the Buyer in 3-5 days.

4
Buyer must inspect and confirm if the vehicle corresponds.
The Buyer receives the vehicle and has 5 days to inspect the car and to take a final decision on the purchase.
5
Our company pays the Seller and the transaction is closed.
If the Buyer accepts the vehicle, the Seller will be paid. Our company will send the payment to the Seller using the method which he selected.

Providing the highest level of service to our customers
Our service is based on affordable rates, dependable schedules and door-to-door service. We offer worldwide merchandise transportation safe, open and enclosed car carriers.
We will pick up your merchandise at a place convenient to you and transport it to your desired location. We offers both private and commercial services, and we transport all types of merchandises including oversize automobiles, trucks, RVs, military merchandises, SUVs, hot rods, electronics and motorcycles.
We understand that moving your merchandise is no small matter. We believe that moving your auto should be an effortless experience. Our experienced, professional and friendly staff is there for you every step of the move, from the initial FREE quote, all the way to the safe, on-time delivery of your merchandise.
With our Delivery services, we treat your cars like we treat our own. Our outstanding record of service, competitive prices and professional experience has made us a leader in the national and international Delivery services industry and earned us the respect and gratitude of our clients. We want to earn yours!

Contact Information

For any information, our LIVE SUPPORT operators are available from Monday to Friday, between 9.00 AM and 6.00 PM - CET - Central European Time
25 Hanover Street, Hanover Square, London W1S 1YH
For technical support and questions please contact us at the following e-mails:
Headquarters Office:
contact@london-ships.com
Phone: +44 020 3286 8032
Fax: +44 (0)704 306 3879
Note: For any cargo-related info, please e-mail us, including your tracking number.

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My New Romanian Friend

I received this email.
I guess he's a fan!

sa te iau in pula cu mata si cu familia matii
 Reply axybest83@aol.com to me
show details 12:41 PM (1 hour ago)
mailto:fromaxybest83@aol.com
mailto:tonetscammers@gmail.com
dateMon, Mar 14, 2011 at 12:41 PM
subjectsa te iau in pula cu mata si cu familia matii
mailed-byaol.com
hide details 12:41 PM (1 hour ago)
sa te iau in pula

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How Microsoft Enables Fraud

The term "enable" according to Merriam-Webster
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enable

a : to provide with the means or opportunity
 b : to make possible, practical, or easy
 c : to cause to operate

Microsoft, through their Office Live Service, is enabling scammers to operate the site in this post:
http://netscammers.blogspot.com/2011/03/sgstransactionscom-fake-escrow.html

The domain was reported as fraud to the abuse@msn.com email address on:
Mon, 7 Mar 2011 08:35:07

http://sgstransactions.com/ is still on line at 5:08 on 3-12-11

Apparently Microsoft doesn't think they need to address fraud domains and websites in a timely manner.

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edmundspurchases.com FRAUD

http://www.edmundspurchases.com/  FAKE FRAUD SCAM

edmundspurchases.com is a spoof of the legitimate site:
http://www.edmunds.com/

Here is the domain registration for the site:
http://whois.domaintools.com/edmundspurchases.com

The scammer is listing a 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo

He is giving out this name and address:

Name:     Daniel Edwards

Address: 3630 Russell St
                Riverside, CA 92501
                United States
The scammer is using the email address:
daniel@rbsconstructions.com
Also hosted by our friends at LimeDomains:
http://whois.domaintools.com/rbsconstructions.com

The scammers are asking their intended victims to wire transfer money to this bank account:
Bank Name:BANK OF AMERICA
Account Holder: ZIGMUND DANIEL
Account Holder Address:1847 W Greenleaf Ave , Chicago, IL 60626
Account Number:46255444
Routing Number: 026009593
Bank Address:601 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60654

Here is more text from the fake emails they are sending to their intended victims:

You are receiving this e-mail because you are going to buy an item using Edmunds Autos Purchase Protection. Edmunds Auto covers buyers who are purchasing a vehicle from a verified Edmunds member. There's no sign-up, opt-in, or registration necessary.

FAX Payment Receipt to : (888) 361-8242

 
Terms and Conditions
Edmunds will secure the payment until the Buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle.
 For security reasons please do not release the payment details to the Seller or any other unauthorized person.
 All the transaction, payment and personal information is considered confidential and will not be released under any circumstances.
Edmunds Protection Program offers protection only for losses associated with eligible transactions for qualifying vehicles in the following situations: 
1. You pay for a vehicle and never receive it.
2. You send a refundable deposit for a vehicle and never receive it. 
3. You pay for a vehicle and receive it but suffer losses because:
- The vehicle has an undisclosed or unknown lien against its title.
- The vehicle make, model or year is different than what was described in the Seller's listing at the time you placed your offer.
- A title is required for the vehicle by your state and the Seller's state but you did not receive a title from the Seller and it is not possible to obtain a title from the appropriate DMV.
- The vehicle has a title with an undisclosed salvage, rebuilt/ rebuildable, unrebuildable, reconstructed, scrapped/ destroyed, junk, lemon, manufacturer buyback, or water damage
- The vehicle is less than 20 years old and has more than a 5,000 mile odometer discrepancy from the mileage as stated in the Seller's listing. 
- The vehicle had undisclosed engine, body, transmission, and/or frame damage at the time of purchase that will cost more than $1,000 to repair. The cost of repair of those components must exceed $1,000.

The fake site uses the privacy protection service of Lime Protects and is hosted by Limedomains.
Some other Limedomain fraud sites are listed here:
http://db.aa419.org/fakebankslist.php?x_Web_Host=LIMEDOMAINS&z_Web_Host=LIKE%2C%27%25%2C%25%27

Send complaints to:
support@limeDomains.com


Domain: edmundspurchases.com
Registrar: WWW.LIMEDOMAINS.COM
Created at: 2010-12-15
Expires on: 2011-12-15
NameServers: ns1.limedomains.com,ns2.limedomains.com

Registrant Contact Information:
Name: Lime Protects
Email: contact@limeprotects.com
Phone: 2122196000
Address Line 1: PO Box 1589
Address Line 2:
Address Line 3: None
City: New York
State: New York
Country: USA
Zip: 10013
Phone: 1-2122196000

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