Banking Fraud: With changing times, there have been major changes in the methods of banking. Digital banking has become an essential part of people’s lives, but with its increasing use, there has been a tremendous increase in digital frauds related to banks.
In view of the increasing cases of bank fraud, many big banks of the country have warned their customers. State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public sector bank, has warned customers in view of the increasing cases of fraud. SBI has advised customers to be careful in the process of receiving SBI Reward Points through Android Application Package (APK).
SBI gave this advice
In the recent past, many such cases of banking fraud have come to light in which hackers send links to customers asking them to download third party mobile applications. Through this, they commit banking fraud by stealing personal details of customers. While sharing this information on its official Twitter handle, SBI has said that SBI customers should pay attention, beware of fraudsters.
Your safety is our top priority.
Here is an important message for all our esteemed customers!#SBI #TheBankerToEveryIndian #StaySafe #StayVigilant #FraudAlert #ThinkBeforeYouClick pic.twitter.com/CXiMC5uAO8
— State Bank of India (@TheOfficialSBI) May 18, 2024
It has been observed that many fraudsters are luring people to give SBI reward points by sending links of APKs through SMS and Whatsapp. Keep in mind that SBI does not send the link of such APKs to the customers at all. Avoid clicking on such links and protect yourself from banking fraud.
ICICI Bank gave these tips to its customers
Apart from State Bank, ICICI Bank has also advised customers not to download APK files without verification. Along with this, the bank also said that the bank does not ask any customer to download any app for updating KYC.
Beware! Do not install apps (APK files) from unverified sources or received via SMS/WhatsApp. #ICICIBank will never ask you to install any app or share any personal information for KYC. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/lKa6vk9FUA
— ICICI Bank (@ICICIBank) March 1, 2023
Axis Bank gave this advice
Large private sector bank Axis Bank has also cautioned its customers to protect themselves from investment and task based frauds. The bank has advised customers not to share their information or financial details.
Stay vigilant against investment or task-based fraud! Protect your financial and personal information by verifying sources, researching thoroughly, and never sharing sensitive details online. #StaySafe #FraudPrevention pic.twitter.com/87xrfSd2Sy
— Axis Bank (@AxisBank) May 13, 2024
PNB gave this advice
Public sector bank i.e. Punjab National Bank has asked its customers to stay safe from fake web links. The bank has advised its customers not to click on any unverified link.
Don’t get caught in the web of fake links! Stay sharp, stay safe!@Cyberdost
To report Cyber Crime, visit https://t.co/qb66kKVmLw or Dial 1930 for assistance#FoolTheFraudster #Fraud #Awareness #PNB #Digital pic.twitter.com/LOYUBy0nYf
— Punjab National Bank (@pnbindia) May 1, 2024
