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Danger! Fraudulent emails target Targobank customers!
Warning: Targobank customers should ignore fraudulent emails that attempt to steal personal information. Safety information and tips.
Danger! Fraudulent emails target Targobank customers!
In recent days, Targobank customers in Germany have had to take note of a worrying warning. Cybercriminals have launched a new phishing attack targeting sensitive bank customer data. According to [Chip]. become a fraudulent email campaign. These emails, which incorrectly come from the bank, ask the recipients to confirm their “easyTAN data”. It is stated that this is part of a “security check”.
The consumer protection organization has now urgently warned against ignoring such emails. “These emails are not from Targobank and are aimed at stealing personal information,” emphasizes the consumer advice center. The signs of phishing are varied: an impersonal salutation, a dubious return address and an urgent call to action within 24 hours are clear indicators of fraud.
The dangers of phishing emails
The current scam asks Targobank customers to update their easyTAN, a digital security procedure used for online transactions. The fake email claims that the update is necessary for account security. The consumer advice center strongly advises not to click on links or buttons in the email.
Instead, affected customers should move these unanswered messages to the spam folder. “Targobank never requests sensitive data via email,” the consumer advice center makes clear. It is advisable to use the bank's official channels for information and log in directly to the online banking application.
Telephone fraud attempts
Another alarming detail is that the scammers are active not only via email, but also by phone. Calls from ten specific numbers should be ignored at all costs as they are also attempting to obtain personal information from customers. These numbers are classified as dubious, which further reinforces the warnings about these scams.
The current situation shows how creative cybercriminals are with their methods. It is all the more important that Targobank customers are vigilant and find out about the bank's current security offerings. “We cannot recommend a good hand for your own safety often enough,” concludes the consumer advocates.