New Scam Scheme with Phone Numbers: How to Protect Your Financial Number

The Cyberpolice press service has unveiled a new scam scheme involving the theft of phone numbers linked to bank accounts. The 'financial number' refers to the phone number used for online banking login, client identification, ensuring the security of bank transactions, and receiving operation confirmation codes.

• steal money from bank accounts
• take out loans online
• make purchases on your account

How Scammers Operate

Scammers, posing as mobile operator employees, request an SMS code to confirm transactions, which carries the risk of confirming the transaction. There are also typical stories that scammers may use.

• offer enhanced communication standards
• notify about problems with call reception
• necessity to switch to an electronic SIM card

How to Protect Your Financial Number

• 'Link' the number to a passport or contract
• Disable the remote SIM card replacement service with your mobile operator
• Do not disclose the number linked to bank accounts
• Register in the online cabinet of the operator to monitor your number

• Keep the login and password for the online cabinet, SMS codes from mobile operators, the password for the operator's app, and PUK code and serial number of the SIM card confidential.
• Do not use the financial number for other purposes like social media or site registrations.
• Share this information with your loved ones so that everyone is vigilant

We remind families of the detained to be cautious, as phone scammers may deceitfully choose their funds.

Cunning scammers are known for their ingenuity regarding scams involving phone numbers. Certain security measures should be followed to avoid financial losses and protect personal data from malicious actors. Remember the importance of caution and adherence to recommendations to avoid potential problems.