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Ahmedabad Police Warns of Fake Rs 8,000 Diwali Bonus Scam
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What Happened?
Ahmedabad Police have issued a warning about a fake Rs 8,000 Diwali bonus scheme that cybercriminals are using to trick people into downloading malicious apps. The scheme falsely claims to be linked to the Prime Minister.
Key points
- Cybercriminals are using a fake Rs 8,000 Diwali bonus scheme to distribute malicious APK links.
- Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Police have not received any victim reports related to this scam yet.
- The fraudulent messages are being circulated in multiple languages, including Hindi and Gujarati.
- Users are tricked into downloading APK files that can compromise their personal information.
- DCP Lavina Sinha advises verifying government schemes through official channels.
Key insights
- The scam exploits the festive season to lure victims with false promises.
- Cybercriminals may adapt their tactics to target different festivals and events.
- Public awareness and education are crucial in preventing such scams.
Why it matters
This scam could lead to significant personal and financial losses for unsuspecting individuals.
Source
Times Now
