Fraud in Anhalt-Bitterfeld: District warns of dangerous phishing emails!

Fraud in Anhalt-Bitterfeld: District warns of dangerous phishing emails!

There is currently great concern among companies in the Anhalt-Bitterfeld region. The district announced in a press release that fraudsters are trying to redirect invoices using phishing emails. The MZ reports about a specific incident in which a company was informed by the district that it had received such a phishing email. The email requested that open invoices be sent to an alternative email address because there was no access to the invoice overviews due to an alleged technical problem.

Kathrin Heckmann, the district's information security officer, emphasizes that there is no suspicion of theft of non-public data. Nevertheless, the cybercriminals' actions can be classified as widespread and should definitely be taken seriously. The security authorities strongly advise you not to answer such emails. If in doubt, it is advisable to contact the Anhalt-Bitterfeld district directly to check the authenticity of the email or report incidents.

Tips for recognizing phishing attempts

It is important to be vigilant in digital communication these days. To detect phishing attempts, recommends the FTC some simple steps: Always check the company's website or phone number behind the email. This will ensure that the request actually comes from the real company and avoid potential malware downloads or contact with scammers. Another tip: Speak to a colleague to check whether the request is legitimate, and always use the contact details you know, not the information in the suspicious email.

With a healthy level of suspicion and the right precautions, you can protect yourself and your company from such fraud attempts. It is worth actively asking whether information is actually required from you.

Cooperation for security

Those responsible in the Anhalt-Bitterfeld district do everything they can to warn companies of such threats and support them in communicating securely. In the digital age, companies are required to deal with modern security issues and take appropriate measures. Therefore, exchanging ideas with former victims and affected colleagues is not only helpful, but essential.

Overall: Stay vigilant and don't let yourself be blinded by fake requests. It is in all of our interests to increase digital security in our region.