Cyber expert Dmitry Ovchinnikov warns of a new phishing scheme that is becoming increasingly common. Scammers use hacked social media accounts to send messages with links to phishing sites pretending to be official sites. One of the vulnerabilities they exploit is called “Explicit Routing”. This scheme allows attackers to redirect users to a phishing site where they are asked to check for unpaid VAT refunds.
The phishing site prompts the user to enter their name and the last four digits of the bank card number to search for outstanding amounts. The site then requests all information about the user, including a bank card number, to start the payment procedure, according to the scammers. In reality such payments are not made and naive users are left without money.
Phishing sites are decorated with symbols and symbols of the Russian Federation to create the illusion of officialdom. Even the presence of a fake chat where users discuss their “payment” gives the site a legitimate look. But experts advise not to follow such links and solve financial problems only on the official websites of government agencies. In order not to lose money, it is important to remember that payments are made through clearing accounts, not debit card numbers.
Source: Ferra
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