Technique

Change of Address Fraud

Also known as: Mail Redirect Fraud, USPS Address Fraud, Mail Forwarding Scam, Postal Address Fraud

COMPROMISE

Filing fraudulent USPS change-of-address forms to redirect victim's mail to attacker-controlled location, intercepting bank statements, new cards, and sensitive documents.

Common attack flows

How it fits in a scam

This technique shows up duringCOMPROMISE

Before

After

Defense

How to defend against this

How to spot it

  • Unexpected USPS address change confirmation letter
  • Sudden drop in mail volume
  • Missing expected bills or statements
  • USPS Informed Delivery shows mail you never received

Tools you can use

Further reading