In this particular phishing scam variant, scammers pose as interested buyers and approach victims through in-app messages on Carousell or Facebook. They express interest in purchasing items listed by the victims and proceed with the sale.
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Police Force has issued a warning about a resurgence in a phishing scam variant that targets users of online marketplace platforms such as Carousell and Facebook. Since June 2023, at least 84 individuals have fallen victim to this scam, resulting in reported losses totaling at least $177,000.
Once victims click on the provided links or scan the QR codes, they are redirected to spoofed websites designed to capture their internet banking login credentials, credit card details, and/or One-Time Passwords . The victims usually discover the scam when they notice unauthorized transactions made from their bank accounts or credit cards.
Members of the public are reminded to never disclose personal or internet banking details, including OTPs, to anyone. Urging the public to remain vigilant and check for scam signs, the police has advised that individuals should avoid clicking on suspicious URL links and always verify the authenticity of such links.
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