Banking Scam
KYC update fraud
Fake KYC messages lead victims to phishing websites to steal banking credentials.
🏦 What is this scam?
Fake messages claim your bank/SIM KYC is pending and your account will be blocked.
🧠 How the scam works
- SMS or email with fake link
- Looks like real bank website
- Steals login credentials
🔴 Red flags
- Threatening language
- Shortened URLs
✅ What you should do
- Never click unknown links
- Use official banking apps only
Red Flags to Watch For
- ⚠Unsolicited KYC update requests
- ⚠Links in SMS or email
- ⚠Threats of account suspension
- ⚠Request for OTP or password
- ⚠Urgent action required messages
How to Protect Yourself
- ✓Banks never ask for KYC via SMS links
- ✓Always visit bank's official website directly
- ✓Never share OTPs or passwords
- ✓Verify through official customer care
- ✓Check for HTTPS and official domain names