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Phishing (e-mail)Published on 12 Sep 2026

Fake bank SMS followed by a call asking for an OTP

A fake bank message is followed by a call asking for a card number, CVV, expiry date and OTP. Never share these details.

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What to remember

Do not respond under pressure. Verify information through an official contact and never share confidential information with a stranger.

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How to stay safe

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Verify through an independent channel

Do not use the link or number in the message. Type the official service address yourself.

Concrete example: Example: open the banking app instead of clicking “account blocked”.

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