Cyber Dost, a cyber security division of the Indian government, said a text masquerading as a message from India Post is, in reality, a trap.
What is a transnational scam? These are crimes operating out of more than one country. The scammers use digital platforms to siphon money across borders and they, occasionally, use cryptocurrencies to remain untraceable.
Do not click on the link if you see the following message in your inbox.
“Your package has arrived in the warehouse and we tried to deliver it twice. But due to incomplete information of your address, we are unable to deliver. Please update your contact details within 48 hours by clicking on the link. If this is not done, the package will be sent back to the company.”
The link takes iPhone users to a page where they can “update” their address and bank account information for delivery. Earlier, Android users were targetted with similar messages.
What should users do? Do not click on any link sent by users you don’t recognise, and turn off the read receipt for such texts.
If you become a victim of such online financial fraud, immediately register your complaint by calling 1930.
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(Edited by : Sriram Iyer)
First Published: Jul 11, 2024 10:16 AM IST
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