Criminals try to fish out sensitive data using fake SMS messages.

The customs fee scam

Since the morning, several citizens have already reported to the police. You had received a text message from Deutsche Post. Apparently customs fees of almost three euros would be due for the delivery of an expected package. A link embedded in the message leads to a homepage where the bank details are requested and ultimately sent to the fraudsters.

Apparently customs duties are due / fraudsters want to fish for data using SMS. Image: Central Hesse Police Headquarters
Apparently customs duties are due / fraudsters want to fish for data using SMS. Image: Central Hesse Police Headquarters

The news seemed strange to a Wetzlar resident because he wasn't expecting a package from abroad. At customs he was told by phone that customs duties are always sent in writing by post.

The police advise

To avoid falling into the fraud trap, the police offer the following tips:

  • Do not click or tap on links from unknown senders.
  • Question messages from senders you cannot identify. If in doubt, contact the alleged sender using the service number you know.
  • Block the number of the sender of the fake SMS.
  • Activate the third-party lock on your mobile device.
  • In the event of damage, be sure to report it to the police!

Source:

Central Hesse Police Headquarters
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