Identity and KYC scams on social media
Social platforms make it easy to look trustworthy: a profile photo, followers and a few posts are enough for a first impression.
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Aadhaar Update Fake Portal ScamFake Aadhaar update and download websites rank in search results, charge a 'service fee' and…Aadhaar Fingerprint Cloning ScamFraudsters use leaked fingerprints and Aadhaar numbers to withdraw money through Aadhaar-enabled…Voter ID Update WhatsApp ScamA WhatsApp forward offers a quick voter ID or voter list update. The file or link installs spyware…Aadhaar Copy Misuse for SIM and Loan FraudA copy of your Aadhaar or PAN handed over for a sale, rental or job is reused for SIM cards and…
Check before you act
- A stranger moves the chat to WhatsApp or Telegram.
- A prize needs a payment or a code first.
- The profile is new, or the followers are bots.
- The offer is far better than any normal shop or job.
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