Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
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http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/ 28-10-2010 12:21:05
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Deepfakes – media that has been manipulated to appear real – are becoming more common in fraud, especially in advertising for cryptocurrency investment and merchandise.
For more on how fraudsters are using new technologies: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #FPM2024 #BeScamSmart
🚨ALERT! We’re receiving reports of a phishing text message claiming to be Service Ontario offering a payment. Fraudsters have the ability to make phishing text messages look official. Don’t get fooled by the logo! More information: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/… #FPM2024 #BeScamSmart
E-transfers are a convenient way to send money. But fraudsters love them too. Be careful if you’re ever asked to accept an e-transfer and move the funds elsewhere as part of a “job.” You could be a money mule.
Find out more about money mules: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #FPM2024
Businesses are often targeted with spear phishing attacks. After infiltrating a supplier's network, fraudsters may ask for a wire transfer payment to an alternate bank account.
Learn more about spear phishing and how to protect your business: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/… #FPM2024
Although mail fraud is not as prominent as it was years ago, we continue to receive reports of fraudulent letters claiming the recipient has won a big prize or is entitled to an inheritance.
Read our latest bulletin for more: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #FPM2024