Bizum scam alert: Fraudsters posing as buyers - CSN News

Bizum scam alert – Fraudsters pretending to be buyers – CSN News

Users of Bizum who are looking for easy and quick payments were warned against a new scam that is circulating in Spain. Money could disappear from users’ accounts before they realise what is happening.

Spain is reporting that users have been scammed by a scam that targets online sellers. Cybercrooks are posing as interested buyers, offering to pay via Bizum – but there’s a catch.

Bizum in action

This scam is carried out in the following way: The fraudsters call a seller and claim they want to purchase an item. They then ask for a mobile phone number so that they can send Bizum payments. They send money instead. Send a Request The seller is required to pay money in the form of a disguised transaction.AcceptanceBizum systems are alleged to be different.

Do not fall for it. won’t be receiving cash – you’ll You should pay the scammer.

Bizum Payments: How to be safe

Experts advise users to double-check all payment notifications before they approve them. The golden rule. The golden rule? Never give up on your dreams. need to accept anything to receive a Bizum payment – it should land in your account automatically.

Avoid becoming a victimSellers You are advised Keep transactions on the second-hand platform It is a good idea to useOften, these devices have security features built in to them. The following are some of the ways to improve your own language skills. Buyers and sellers.

The a Word of mouth warning – never share your phone number with unknown buyers without verifying their identity First,.

What to do in the event of a you’re Bizum scam: are you being targeted?

If you suspect you’ve If you are a victim of this scam or have been targeted, contact your bank or Bizum immediately.

Staying one step ahead of cybercriminals who are finding new and clever ways to steal money from people is essential. When it comes to Digital payments: a moment’s caution could be the difference between saving or losing money You can be sure that the seriousness of this is not in question. financial headache.

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