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The Heartbreaking Scam of Eloise Parker in The Beekeeper (2024)
SCAM ALERT: How Fraudsters Steal Your Savings (And How to Stop Them!) In The Beekeeper, a character named Eloise is tricked into losing her life savings through a tech support scam. Here’s how it happens—and how YOU can avoid it:
How the Scam Works:
Fake Warning Message: Eloise gets a pop-up or call claiming her computer is “infected.”
“Tech Support” Impersonation: Scammers pretend to be from “United Data Group” and say her antivirus is “outdated.”
Fear Tactics: They warn her data will be deleted forever unless she acts now.- Remote Access Trick: They make her download friendlyfriend.net—a fake tool that lets them control her computer.
Bank Theft:
- They “accidentally” transfer money (fake!) and ask her to “verify” it by logging into her bank.
- Once she enters her password, they drain her accounts.
How to Protect Yourself:
NEVER trust unexpected calls/messages about computer issues. Real companies won’t contact you this way! 
Never download software or give remote access to strangers. 
Verify first: Hang up and call the company’s official number (look it up yourself). 
Use strong passwords + two-factor authentication on bank accounts. 
Tell your friends/family—scammers often target seniors! If You’re Targeted:
HANG UP immediately.
Call your bank if you shared any details.- Report the scam to Scamwatch Australia.
Watch the scam in action (from The Beekeeper):
Stay safe and always question strangers asking for money or access!
