Cyber Impersonation Scam: Cyber impersonation scam is increasing rapidly across the country, where fraudsters are stealing people’s identities and trapping them. Due to failure in keeping their identity safe, people find themselves trapped in the words of their “friend or relative” and get money, OTP, UPI PIN And even give away sensitive bank information. This fraud has now become one of the most dangerous cyber crimes.
In this scam, criminals steal the identity of a known person. They copy name, profile photo, mobile number, social media ID, even chatting style. After this they contact you and win your trust by pretending to be the same friend or relative. After this, citing some emergency situation, he says, “There is a great need, help immediately.” This belief makes people victims of fraud.
Cyber thugs first collect information about a person from social media, WhatsApp and other digital platforms. They copy his photo, name, mobile number, style of conversation, everything. After this, the victim is sent a message saying that they are in trouble and need to send the money quickly. In some cases, fraudsters even ask for OTP, bank details, UPI PIN, due to which the accounts are immediately emptied. People trust out of emotions and fraudsters take advantage of this trust.
Caution is the biggest security shield. If someone you know messages or calls you, immediately confirm his/her identity.
If you have become a victim of this scam or notice any suspicious activity, immediately contact the police or cyber helpline.
