You are expecting a tax refund and suddenly you receive a call from the “Federal Tax Administration”. The announcement threatens to share your financial information and asks you to press a button.
In this article you will find out what is behind these calls and how you can protect yourself from this scam.
The scam: shockingly real - but the tax office doesn't ask for personal data
Fraudsters cleverly exploit people's expectations. They try to obtain sensitive data with official-sounding voices and threats. But be careful: real authorities never ask for personal information over the phone.
Safeguards: Knowledge is power
Don't let yourself be put under pressure. Do not give out any information or press any keys as callers request. Instead, please hang up. If in doubt, contact your local tax office or the police directly.
Conclusion: Stay vigilant
Such calls are a perfidious game of fear. Remember that real authorities would never act like this. The best protection is to stay informed and vigilant.
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