In recent days, BBVA has launched an urgent warning that everyone should know, whether bank customers or not. The entity warns about a new wave of fraudulent messages that are circulating through SMS. They also suppose a serious risk to user safety.
This type of scam, known as Smishing, is based on sending text messages that seem to come from BBVA himself. The most alarming thing is that these messages are integrated into the same SMS conversation that customers already have with the bank. This makes them seem even more real.
The fraudulent message alerts the user of alleged suspicious access to his bank account. Then, he invites him to click on a link to verify his identity. In doing so, the person is redirected to a page that perfectly mimics BBVA’s online banking.
However, this website does not belong to the bank and its only objective is to capture the personal and banking data of who visits it. Once the scammers get this information, they use it to access the user’s real account and subtract their money. It is a dangerous practice that can seriously affect the personal finances of the victims.
Not only does it affect BBVA clients
Although the message mentions directly to the BBVA, it is not necessary to be a client to receive it. Many people who do not even have accounts in this entity are receiving SMS. This shows that cybercriminals are making mass shipments without filtering who are directed, which expands the number of possible affected.
As reported The Spanishthese types of fraud are affecting thousands of people throughout Spain. But a significant increase in cases in Galicia has been detected. In fact, in this community, cybethafs already represent one in four crimes denounced.
How to protect you from these scams
From BBVA they remember that they never request personal or banking data through SMS or emails. If you receive a message of this type, it is best not to click on the link, not introduce any data and delete the message immediately. In addition, it is advisable to inform Banco OA the authorities about the attempt to scam.
The BBVA scam is increasingly common and affects both its customers and those who are not related to the bank. It is essential to be alert and not fall into the trap. Remember that no legitimate bank will ask you for your keys for SMS.
