If you hold an account with PKO BP, be aware of a recent surge in phishing attempts designed to steal your login details. CERT Polska, the government team focused on cybersecurity, issued a warning on Friday about a fraudulent email campaign targeting bank customers. Cybercriminals are attempting to trick individuals into providing sensitive account information by impersonating the bank.
According to CERT Polska, a team within the NASK institute, fraudsters are sending fake emails that falsely claim customers must urgently update their bank account details. The emails often contain a link that allegedly directs to the official PKO BP website, where users are told to update their account information. However, the link actually leads to a malicious fake webpage, almost identical to the legitimate bank login page. If users enter their login details on this fake site, their credentials are captured by the cybercriminals.
How to Protect Yourself from Fraud
CERT Polska has provided several important tips to help PKO BP customers protect themselves:
- Verify the Sender: If you receive an unexpected email, it’s important to confirm whether it’s truly from PKO BP. Contact the bank directly using the contact information on their official website or your bank statements.
- Look for Red Flags: Be wary of urgent language in the message, such as phrases that pressure you to act quickly. Scammers often rely on urgency to make you act impulsively, without thinking.
- Do Not Click on Links: Avoid clicking on any links within suspicious emails. Instead, always log into your online banking account directly through the official PKO BP app or by typing the bank’s website address into your browser.
By following these precautions, you can avoid falling victim to these deceptive phishing schemes. Stay vigilant and protect your personal banking information.
