Experts and documentation sources agree that caution is warranted regarding unsolicited emails about Oracle data selling settlements. These emails may be related to Oracle's advertising business shutdown or PII peddling activities. Always independently verify the email's legitimacy through official Oracle channels (website, legal department) or court records. Check for suspicious links, poor grammar, mismatched sender addresses, and requests for personal/financial data. Legitimate settlements don't require upfront payments. Forward suspicious emails to reportphishing@apwg.org and report to relevant authorities (FTC, ACCC). Assess email legitimacy by verifying sender authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
10 marketer opinions
The consensus among email marketers and security experts is to treat any unsolicited email regarding an Oracle data selling settlement with extreme caution. These emails often mimic legitimate companies and legal processes but may be phishing scams designed to steal personal information or money. Experts recommend independently verifying the legitimacy of the settlement through official channels, such as the court's website or the settlement administrator's page, and being wary of requests for personal information, upfront payments, or immediate action.
Marketer view
Email marketer from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse shares that phishing scams often use scare tactics or promises of rewards to get you to act quickly. Always think before you click.
24 Aug 2021 - Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
Marketer view
Email marketer from Email Geeks guesses the email is related to Oracle's Advertising business, which Oracle announced they're shutting down.
31 Mar 2023 - Email Geeks
3 expert opinions
Experts suggest caution regarding Oracle data selling settlement emails. The emails likely stem from Oracle's PII peddling advertiser services. Legitimacy can be assessed by verifying sender authentication (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and checking the email against known Oracle branding and language. Direct verification with Oracle or through their official website is crucial.
Expert view
Expert from Email Geeks explains the Oracle settlement email is related to Oracle's PII peddling advertiser services arm, not any legitimate division.
26 Apr 2022 - Email Geeks
Expert view
Expert from Spam Resource shares that phishing scams often impersonate brands using logos and language similar to the brand's marketing. He warns that it's difficult to tell if an email is a scam simply from looking at it and encourages extra verification via phone or by going to the website directly.
11 May 2025 - Spam Resource
3 technical articles
Official documentation from the FTC, BBB, and Oracle all advise caution regarding unsolicited emails claiming to be about a data selling settlement from Oracle. It's crucial to independently verify the email's legitimacy by contacting Oracle directly through official channels or by checking Oracle's official website. Be wary of requests for sensitive information and report suspected scams.
Technical article
Documentation from the BBB explains that scam emails often impersonate legitimate organizations and request sensitive information. They advise checking the sender's email address, looking for inconsistencies, and contacting the organization directly to confirm the email's validity.
25 Feb 2022 - BBB.org
Technical article
Documentation from the FTC explains that consumers should be wary of unsolicited emails promising settlements. It is crucial to research the settlement independently and contact the involved company directly to verify the information. They encourage reporting suspected scams to the FTC.
8 Sep 2023 - FTC.gov
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