Scammers Sent Deceptive Emails Pretending to Be from "Gosuslužba", Attempting to Gain Access Illegally
New Warning: Gosuslugi Account Scams Evolution
Cybercriminals in Russia are stepping up their game when it comes to gaining unauthorized access to Gosuslugi accounts. An agency has issued a warning, detailing upgraded tactics used by these scammers to trick unsuspecting victims.
In the past, scammers have mainly aimed to steal money through loans from microfinance organizations. However, as the digital realm evolves, so too have the strategies and goals of cybercriminals.
One common method of gaining access involves scammers impersonating university representatives or officials from Rosobrnadzor. By offering services like scholarship eligibility confirmation, participation in graduate tests, or qualification confirmations, they lure victims into providing their Gosuslugi account credentials.
Other tactics include conducting trust-building survey schemes related to school medical care, or using personal information obtained from the victims to blackmail or threaten them with unlawful activities.
More recently, scammers have also been forcing citizens to call fake technical support lines for "Gosuslugi" to ultimately gain control of their accounts on the portal. These victims receive automated messages, seemingly from "Gosuslugi," stating that their account has been hacked and providing a fraudulent technical support phone number. Upon calling this number, scammers take over the accounts, using them for various malicious purposes like financial theft, blackmail, and data exploitation.
Moscow-based reporter Natalia Petrova reports on this growing issue, emphasizing the need for vigilance when it comes to protecting personal and financial information in the digital age. Be wary of unverified sources and be sure to double-check any requests for sensitive information.
Additional Information:
Cybercriminals are continually evolving their tactics to deceive and exploit internet users. Fake university representatives, survey schemes, and impersonation are but a few examples of these deceitful practices. To protect yourself from scams, always verify the source of requests for sensitive information, double-check messages before providing any personal data, and be cautious when engaging with unverified entities online.
By staying informed and being vigilant, you can help minimize the risks of falling victim to these digital swindlers. Stay safe, and remember that no valid organization will ask for your login credentials or personal information through unsolicited means.
- The evolution of technology in Russia has allowed cybercriminals to upgrade their tactics, with scammers posing as university representatives or officials from Rosobrnadzor as a means to access Gosuslugi accounts.
- In the realm of general-news and crime-and-justice, city reporters like Natalia Petrova underscore the importance of cybersecurity, urging internet users to beware of unverified sources and to double-check any requests for sensitive information.
