This phishing method targets residents of France, but similar schemes are used globally to mimic national health insurance services. Scammers use fake websites like ameli-vitale.fr to steal your sensitive data. 1. The Hook (The “Urgency” Trick) You receive an SMS (smishing) or an email claiming that your Carte Vitale (French health insurance card) has expired …
Monthly Archives: April 2026
PayPal Phishing – Fake “New Device Detected” & Credential Harvesting
The two screenshots show a two‑step PayPal phishing attack. The first page impersonates a security alert, claiming a login from an unrecognized device. The victim is pressured to click a button to “remove” that device, which leads to a fake PayPal login page where the victim’s email and password are stolen. Threat Analysis: PayPal Phishing …
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Fake Secure Payment (Correos)
Phishing Alert: The “Fake Secure Payment” Scam This screenshot illustrates a sophisticated phishing attack targeting sellers on classified ad platforms (like OLX, Vinted, or Wallapop). Here is how the scam works and how to stay safe: 1. The Setup The scammer contacts a seller pretending to be a buyer. They claim they have already paid …
Bazaraki Phishing – Fake Account Verification Scam
This screenshot shows a phishing page impersonating Bazaraki, a major classifieds platform in Cyprus. The page uses a fake account restriction notice to pressure victims into providing personal and financial information. Threat Analysis: Bazaraki Phishing – Fake Account Verification Scam How it works:The victim receives a message claiming their Bazaraki account has been restricted and …
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The Courier Guy Phishing – Small Fee & Card Data Harvesting
This screenshot shows a phishing page impersonating The Courier Guy, a South African courier service. The victim is told that a parcel has an outstanding balance of R15.99 and must be paid immediately. The page then requests full credit/debit card details (cardholder name, card number, expiry date, CVV) along with the card issuer bank and …
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The “American Bank Trust” (Trut) Scam
High-Fidelity Fintech Phishing Origin: Nigeria | Platform: Fig (hellofig.app) 1. The Anatomy of the Scam This screenshot shows a sophisticated phishing dashboard designed to look like a high-end online banking portal. The attacker is using a legitimate Fintech-as-a-Service (FaaS) platform, Fig, to build a believable user interface that mimics a real bank’s “Account Overview.” 2. …
Corporate Credential Theft (GEB Case Study)
Advanced Phishing Alert This is a sophisticated cyberattack targeting employees of a specific organization (Grupo Energía Bogotá). It uses “trust-building” techniques to steal corporate login credentials and bypass security measures. 1. The Strategy: The “Bait and Switch” The attacker shares a shortened URL that appears to lead to a legitimate, harmless resource — in this …
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Fake Account Suspension. Jimoty, ジモティー
This is a highly sophisticated phishing attack targeting users of online marketplaces (like the Japanese service Jimoty). Here is how the scam works and how to spot it. 1. The Trap: Fake Urgency The page displays a message stating that your account has been suspended. It creates artificial pressure by claiming you must “verify your …
Fake “Complaint Center” / “INTERPOL” Scam
Threat Analysis: Fake “Complaint Center” / “INTERPOL” Scam (Recovery & Impersonation Fraud) This set of screenshots reveals a fraudulent website impersonating a high-level international complaint center, loosely referencing INTERPOL, the FBI, and the U.S. Department of Justice. The site is designed to appear as a legitimate security or law enforcement agency offering services such as …
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Woolworths Vendor Summit fake page
High-Risk Alert: Corporate “Vendor Summit” Phishing Scam This image displays a classic example of B2B (Business-to-Business) Phishing. Scammers are impersonating the Australian retail giant Woolworths to harvest corporate intelligence and employee data. How the Scam Works: How to Protect Your Organization: Quick Check: Is This Site a Scam? Before entering any corporate or personal data, …