Police warn about new ‘disabled card’ scam

11/16/2023 at 17:41

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Technological evolution has caused scams to become digitalized over time, giving way to cybercriminals

The Police use their social networks to warn about these scams, which also reach our mobile phones

Technological evolution has caused scams to become digitalized over time, giving way to cybercriminals. The Police uses its social networks to warn about these scams, which also reach our mobile phones. If one of these scammers gains access to our device, they can carry out activities and procedures to our detriment.

He smishing method It is known for deceiving users to obtain their personal data and in this way, reach the bank account. This technique is based on impersonating companies and institutions, using a similar interface to deceive the user, thinking that they are accessing the official service.

In this context, extreme caution must be taken with the messages, emails and phone calls that we may receive. Through their social networks, The National Police warns about the new scam that is reaching Spanish mobile phones. The fraudulent SMS indicates that “Your card has been disabled due to new security changes”. Cybercriminals pose as a banking entity to end up clicking on the fake link. “Access the link to reactivate it”they say.

If you receive this message, under no circumstances should you click on the link. In fact, if you receive this SMS, do not open it and delete it from your inbox. When in doubtcontact your bank through its official telephone number or by visiting its office in person.

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