The National Police warns about a new type of telephone scam
Telephone scams have become increasingly common in our daily lives. The National Police has issued a warning about a new type of scam that could catch unsuspecting people. In this scam, the victim receives a call on her mobile phone, apparently from her bank. However, it is important to be careful and hang up quickly if certain words are heard.
The modus operandi of the scam
When the person answers the call, they hear something similar to the following: “I’m calling from your bank. For security reasons, do not verbalize your password. Enter it on the keyboard.” Although it may seem legitimate, it is important not to fall into the trap and hang up immediately.
The danger of providing the access key
If the person decides to enter the access code to their online banking, scammers will be able to capture the keystrokes on the keyboard and gain access to the victim’s passwords. It is important to remember that banks will never request confidential information over the phone.
Tips to protect yourself
To avoid falling for this type of scam, it is important to follow some security tips. First, never provide confidential information over the phone, especially access codes or passwords. Additionally, it is advisable to verify the identity of the caller before providing any information. If there are doubts, it is best to hang up and call the bank directly to confirm the authenticity of the call.
The National Police has shared a video on its Instagram account to raise awareness about this new type of telephone scam. The video explains how scammers impersonate banks and trick people into providing their access codes. It is important to be alert and not fall into this type of deception.
