Don't be subjective with QR codes
In recent days, some social media accounts have been spreading the information that "scanning a QR code will automatically drain your account of all your money", causing a stir among many people. After 1 day of appearing on Facebook, the video has more than 1.6 million views, 3,500 likes and more than 23,000 shares. In the comments section, many people said they were confused about this information. However, some people quickly noticed something unusual about the video's content, and what the video shared was not true.
Mr. Vu Ngoc Son - Head of Technology Department (National Cyber Security Association) said that scanning QR codes or copying account numbers can cause the phone to hang, the account to lose money... is fake news. According to Mr. Son, QR codes are a way to "compress" one or more data contents into an image format that allows machines with image sensors (such as scanners, phone cameras) to reverse map from the image to the original content. "The nature of QR codes is not malicious code, but the subjects have used them as intermediaries to lead users to fraudulent content. When users provide bank account information, OTP codes or make transactions after scanning the code, they become victims" - Mr. Son emphasized.
Common tricks include sending QR codes via email, text messages, or pasting fake codes at checkout counters to trick customers into transferring money to the wrong account. In addition, fake applications bearing the names of government agencies such as VNeID, the General Department of Taxation, or the Ministry of Public Security are also distributed, containing malicious code to control users' devices and bank accounts.
In many stores, QR codes are often printed and framed on the checkout counter or pasted in a copy around the store. Fraudsters take advantage of this loophole to paste over or place a sign with a fake account's QR code at the checkout point to scam customers and steal money transfers.
"Crooks also create fake QR codes on invoices, fake flyers of reputable and familiar restaurants, eateries, online shops... to lure and gain users' trust to scan the payment code. They even send fake messages or invoices that have successfully transferred money and send information to the store owner, just like a real message from the bank; the information on the invoice is also edited to make the store owner mistakenly believe that the transaction has been completed and deliver the goods to the scammer" - a representative of LPBank added more tricks.
A representative of the Payment Department (State Bank of Vietnam) warned that before scanning the QR code to transfer money, it is necessary to carefully check the bank account number and account holder name corresponding to the store owner's information. Be wary of QR codes shared in public places or via social networks, emails, etc. In addition, it is advisable to proactively lock the card and emergency payment account when suspecting or detecting signs of fraud.
Beware of "super cheap" tours
On January 20, the Department of Information Security (Ministry of Information and Communications) sent a warning about recent scams on social networks. Accordingly, the subjects created a series of groups and Fanpages on social networking sites such as Facebook, posting information about Tet tours with "super promotional" and "super bargain" prices... These posts are often accompanied by eye-catching images, attractive schedules and commitments of prestige and quality.
To create trust, the subjects use fake comments from virtual accounts praising the service or boasting that they have participated and are satisfied. In addition, the subjects are increasingly sophisticated when impersonating reputable travel companies or setting up "ghost" companies that do not exist. They use social networks, messages or calls from unknown sources to post and offer Tet tours at unusually low prices. These tricks often come with a request to pay the entire cost or deposit a large sum of money before providing the service, but without a clear contract or transparent information about the organizing unit.
The Information Security Department recommends that people should be vigilant against advertising posts from unknown accounts about super cheap tours compared to the market; verify information from official sources, do not trust unclear announcements or information channels. People should not provide personal information, bank account information or passwords to anyone; do not access strange links; do not download applications of unknown origin or follow instructions from strangers. In case of suspicion of being scammed, it is necessary to immediately report to the authorities or consumer protection organizations for timely support, resolution and prevention.
On social networks, there are many articles and advertising clips selling counterfeit money with many different denominations, for example, 1 million VND can buy 10 million VND. There is even an account that sells 1 million VND for 14 million VND without having to deposit in advance and check the "goods". To prevent this, the Information Security Department recommends that people choose reputable establishments to conduct money exchange transactions for the Lunar New Year; do not participate in currency transactions of unknown origin on social networks or through unofficial platforms.
Source: https://daidoanket.vn/canh-bao-cac-chieu-tro-lua-dao-cuoi-nam-10298693.html
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