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Last week, we received nearly 8,000 notifications via [email protected] about the below message that appears to be from TNT. A lot of people immediately realised that this is phishing and forwarded it to us. Thank you for that.
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In recent weeks, we have been getting more and more reports of suspicious messages that do not contain a visible link or button but do contain a QR code. This QR code leads to a suspicious website. This is how scammers try to prevent our…
It is the time of year again when many people purchase gifts online. We wait en masse for home deliveries. Scammers know this and try to fool you with fake messages claiming something is wrong with your delivery. Watch out, as this is usually…
In the current scam, the method used by the scammers is to use the identity of Belfius to lure you. The scammers claim that a new bank card reader has been available since 1 December. They then ask you to apply for it free of charge. Don't do…
High-tech or 'connected toys' are all the rage. There is a good chance that St Nicholas brought you this type of toy connected to the Internet: a smart doll, a robot to learn how to program, a drone... There are no limits to the fun. When used…
The mobile phone numbers of more than 3 million Belgians who use WhatsApp are being offered for sale online. We expect criminals to use this data to scam people via text messages (smishing) or fraudulent phone calls (vishing). Scammers are also…