SafeTech CEO Denis Kalemberg warned about a new scam scheme. Attackers pose as employees of embassies and visa centers to steal citizens' money.
The scheme works as follows. First, a person applies for a visa. After a while, a supposed embassy employee calls to clarify the details of the application. Then, the scammers ask to confirm personal data using a code from an SMS. In reality, this code is an electronic signature that opens access to banking operations.
Next, the victim receives a fake message on behalf of "Gosuslugi" about an allegedly issued power of attorney. If a person calls back the specified number, they are intimidated with accusations of financing prohibited organizations. Under pressure, people take out loans and transfer money to so-called safe accounts or give it in cash to couriers.
Experts note that many victims do not suspect deception until the very end. The Ministry of Internal Affairs recommends always double-checking information during unexpected calls, especially if the caller asks to provide codes from SMS.
If you encounter a similar situation, you must immediately block the card through the bank and contact the police. Under no circumstances should you give confirmation codes from messages to strangers.
Earlier www1.ru reported that Russians use only 1-3 passwords.
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