Amidst the rising cybercrimes, a cybersecurity firm warns about a new scam. During the past few years, cyber scams have reached new heights. Everyday cybercriminals are using new methods and advanced technology specially artificial intelligence (AI) to scam people.
Recent reports by Bitdefender, suggests that streaming service provider Netflix users are being targeted by scammers. They are being targeted by a new ‘subscription renewal process scam.’ Here’s how you can be tricked into this!
Netflix plus users Beware
As reported by the cybersecurity firm, scammers are targeting the subscription renewal process to steal personal and financial information. Security experts have raised the alarm over this online scam. Moreover, through this, they are not only deceiving netizens but also scamming them out of money.
So, how is this scam executed? These phishing messages are sent to different regions, using local languages and Netflix branding to appear authentic. In some cases, the messages are added with grammatical errors, but written clear enough to sound genuine. It comes with a payment link asking to renew your subscription. Once you click the given link, you get redirected to a phishing website that copies Netflix’s official login page.
Here, the scam takes into action. The cybercriminals then collect sensitive data, such as passwords, usernames, personal information, and even credit card details. The stolen secret and personal data are then sold on the dark web. This eventually brings the victims at risk of financial fraud and identity theft. It can also create scam such as money laundering.
The safety way ahead
To give a preview of what the scam might look like, the cybersecurity firm has also shared examples of such messages. The message shows, “NETFLIX: There was an issue processing your payment. To keep your services active, please sign in and confirm your details at: https://account-details[.]com.”
Looking ahead, the report highlights that the scam has affected users in 23 countries. This includes Germany, the United States, Spain, and Australia. So, how do you stay safe? Here’s how to stay safe:
- You need to avoid clicking on payment links or any form of link in unsolicited messages.
- Secondly you should be cautious of messages with urgent demands. These may include ‘pay now, or ‘your last chance to win.’
- Always check for red flags such as unprofessional language and unknown sender IDs
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