Did you receive something from Amazon that you didn't order? No one sent it to you? Maybe it's your address but the name is unknown to you?
Amazon and other companies that allow 3rd-party vendors (NewEgg, Wish, Temu, AliExpress, Ali Baba, Etsy, Shopify, eBay, BigCommerce, Woo Commerce, FaceBook, Beyond, Craig's List, Target, etc.), a growing trend for online sales platforms. Many of them do not proactively look for scams, and some do nothing if you report a scam to them, or they do the minimum necessary.
This is likely a brushing scam. There are various forms of it, with the worst resulting in identity theft. If you get something you didn't order, contact Amazon about it. You can report packages at this link.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=G33XVXQPUV79Z2ZC
Other companies likely have similar services to help with scams.
Keep in mind, too, that products that contain malware may be sent, too. If you get something electronic - even cables - then have it checked for malware by a tech professional (NOT the Geek Squad or other big box store).
Google AI provided this info:
A brushing scam is a fraudulent practice where a seller sends unsolicited packages to random individuals, then posts fake positive reviews under the recipient's name to boost their product's rating and sales. The goal is to falsely inflate a seller's reputation on online marketplaces.
What Is A Brushing Scam? – Fuelled
Here's how it works:
Obtaining Addresses:
Scammers obtain addresses, often through data breaches or by purchasing them from data brokers, sometimes using the addresses of people who have previously ordered from them.
Creating Fake Orders:
Using the acquired addresses, the scammer creates fake orders on e-commerce platforms, often using stolen or fake credit card information.
Sending Unordered Goods:
The scammer sends cheap, low-quality items, like jewelry or small gadgets, to the addresses.
Posting Fake Reviews:
The scammer uses the recipient's name and address to create fake accounts and post positive reviews, often with high ratings, for the product they shipped.
Boosting Sales:
The fake reviews help the scammer's product appear more popular and legitimate, increasing their sales.
Why is it called "brushing"?
The term "brushing" refers to the act of "brushing up" or increasing a seller's sales numbers by creating fake orders and reviews, according to Wikipedia and McAfee.
How to protect yourself:
Be wary of unsolicited packages:
If you receive a package you didn't order, be cautious and don't scan any QR codes included.
Report the scam:
Contact the e-commerce platform where the seller is operating (e.g., Amazon, eBay) and report the brushing scam.
Monitor your credit and accounts:
Be vigilant about checking your credit report and financial accounts for any suspicious activity.
Change passwords:
If you suspect your information has been compromised, change your passwords for all online accounts.
Don't pay for unsolicited items:
The FTC says you are not obligated to pay for unsolicited merchandise.