According to statistics from the National Cybersecurity Monitoring System, 125,338 is the number of websites impersonating government agencies and organizations. In September 2024 alone, the system detected 31 fraudulent websites impersonating brands with the intent to scam users online.
Fraudsters use fake websites to deceive people in cyberspace, causing financial losses to individuals while also severely damaging the reputation and brand of the impersonated agencies and organizations.
Their common tactic is to create fake Fanpages that closely resemble official ones. These pages post misleading information about various programs, accompanied by sophisticatedly designed or copied images from the official Fanpages, making it easy for users to believe them. Once victims fall into the trap, scammers will request payments for participation fees, system fees, or other additional charges. After the victim transfers the money as requested, the scammers immediately block all communication and take the entire amount.
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In response to the ongoing scam situation, the Authority of Information Security under the Ministry of Information and Communications advises the public to remain highly vigilant when receiving calls or messages from unknown individuals. Be cautious when conducting transactions on social media or through online platforms. Do not click on links sent by strangers or download applications from unverified sources. Under no circumstances should you share your bank account details, OTP codes, passwords, or any other sensitive information.
If you suspect that you have been scammed, you should immediately report the incident to the relevant authorities or consumer protection organizations for timely assistance, resolution, and prevention.
Source: Center for Science and Technology Media Research and Development
