Cyber police reported a new scheme of fraud related to fake screenshots from banking applications. Attackers send images that look like real notifications of the bank. They allegedly indicate that for the withdrawal of a large amount, a “counterclaim” must be made – for example, 49,900 rubles. Fraudsters explain this by the requirement of an “antifrod system”, which allegedly checks the recipient. The victim promises large payments from “investment” or “winnings”.
When a person tries to receive the promised money, criminals come up with new reasons for transferring funds: they call it a “commission”, “unlocking the account” or “security verification”. As a result, money goes directly to scammers.
Law enforcement officers recalled that banks and payment systems never require transferring funds to the accounts of individuals. Antifrod systems also do not imply transfers from the client.
Experts urge citizens to be attentive: not to believe “winnings” and “super -income investment”, not transfer money to strangers and, at the slightest doubt, contact the bank directly.
