Impersonation Scams

Описание: Impersonation tactics are scammers' art of deception, where they pose as trusted individuals to manipulate and exploit their victims.

These tactics rely on building a facade of credibility and trust, all for financial gain or to steal sensitive information. Scammers may pretend to be family members or friends, using emotions to their advantage. They typically send a WhatsApp or a text message from an unknown number, impersonating someone close and claiming emergencies or financial distress to trick you into sending money. It almost always begins with: "Hi Mum," continuing with something along the lines of "I've changed provider/lost/broken my phone – I'm temporarily using this number for now."

Attackers can also impersonate trusted figures, like coworkers or managers, through email or social media channels. They might instruct you to take actions like transferring funds, sharing sensitive company data, or clicking on links with malware.

To safeguard yourself against these impersonation scams, maintain a high level of awareness and scepticism. Verify the identities of those reaching out via texts or emails, especially when dealing with financial matters.

Be #ScamAware. Check for tricks before you click.