Beware of new bank impersonation scam messages

As noted by Vietcombank in recent days, the situation of scams impersonating using brandname The bank has reappeared.

These message templates often contain the message that the customer’s account is “locked” or “logged in on another device”, accompanied by a link to a fake website, with fake transactions. look exactly the same website of the bank.

From these websites, it is easy for users to misunderstand and may provide bad actors with important login information, thereby appropriating service information and money in customer accounts.

Because this is a form of fraud that has been constantly warned by press agencies and banks, fraudsters have continuously changed the content of fake SMS messages.

Two samples of fake Vietcombank SMS, including the old one (left) and the new one (right). vcb

Things to keep in mind to avoid being scammed

To recognize and avoid bank fraud via SMS, users should equip themselves with basic knowledge. Reference from Vietcombank as follows:

– Fake messages often contain unusual links (eg: www.vcbdiogebink.com, www.vcbdingtanbink.com, www.vcbdigirabink.com…). If you receive a message with this sign, absolutely do not click on the link and immediately notify the bank (hotline, transaction point during office hours) and the nearest police agency.

– The bank does not send SMS messages with the link to log in to the service online banking.

– Mostly, each bank has only one (for example, Vietcombank has only the address https://vietcombank.com.vn/. Please pay attention to the link when making online transactions.

– If you have accidentally clicked on a phishing link and disclosed information, proceed to contact the bank’s support switchboard or compose a message according to the previously specified emergency lock syntax for further instructions.