EFCC warns public of phishing attacks surge

The Nation reports Phishing to be a type of cybersecurity attack in which a fraudulent individual masquerades as a reputable entity or person in an email or other forms of communication.

In a statement signed by its head of media & publicity, Dele Oyewale, via its website, the Commission revealed in recent months, it has observed a surge in fraudulent schemes, designed to deceive individuals into disclosing sensitive personal information, including financial details, through deceptive emails, text messages, social media messengers and fake websites.

The anti-graft agency emphasised the critical importance of vigilance and caution when encountering unsolicited communications or unfamiliar links, especially those requesting sensitive information or promising financial benefits.It said: “Individuals must verify the authenticity of any communication or website before divulging personal details or engaging in financial transactions.”

“Timely reporting enables swift action to be taken in order to disrupt criminal operations and protect potential victims from financial losses and identity theft,” the statement added.

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