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FW: Internet Scam TRUE?



This lexis-nexus is running around again, is this a true statement?

Or another hoax going around?
I had not seen any comments on this list yet.  

The person who forward this to me had not provided where this
originated from.

Thank You 
b
> > > 
> > > Subject: FW: Internet Scam
> > > Date: Thursday, September 26, 1996  
> > > 
> > > FYI
> > > 
> > > More on the Lexis-Nexis connection:
> > > 
> > > Subj: Internet Scam
> > > 
> > > Many of you have probably received a message lately regarding a
> > > company called Lexis which is distributing names, social security
> > > numbers, etc. to people over the internet for illegal use (i.e. to obtain 
> > > credit in
> > > your name).  The message advises you to call a number, give your name and 
> > > social
> > > security number, and they will take you off the list.
> > > 
> > >                        DON'T DO THIS!!
> > > 
> > > The scam is to have you call and give the info to them.  The social
> > > security office is advised of this and is investigating the company.