Victims would come across Facebook or Instagram ads promoting cruises, tour packages, concert tours and durian tours. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE - Some 43 people lost at least $1.2 million in September alone, after falling for scams promoting bogus travel packages on social media platforms.
After installing the file, which contains malware, victims were prompted to grant the app access to certain services which effectively allow scammers to access the victim’s device remotely and steal banking credentials and passwords. Using another device, check for any unauthorised transactions made using bank accounts and digital services such as Singpass and Central Provident Fund accounts.
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