Ukrainian users are being warned about a new wave of fraudulent schemes on Facebook, disguised as the social network’s support service. Scammers are sending emails demanding users confirm their account information, claiming violations of rules and threatening account suspension.
This is reported by Finway
How the New Fraud Scheme Works
Scammers send emails supposedly from Facebook’s support service. These emails claim that the user has allegedly violated the platform’s terms and that their account may be blocked. To “confirm their identity,” users are asked to click on a link that leads to a fake website, which looks almost identical to the official one.
“Scammers send emails to addresses pretending to be from Facebook’s support service. They inform users of violations of the terms of use and the threat of account suspension. To supposedly avoid blocking, users are asked to click on a link and go through verification. The link directs them to a fraudulent site that resembles the official one,” the message states.
On the phishing site, victims are prompted to enter their credentials — email address or phone number, password, and two-factor authentication code. After this, the scammers gain full access to the account, which they can use for further criminal activities.
Tips for Protecting Your Account
Experts recommend not entering usernames, passwords, or other personal information on suspicious or unfamiliar sites, even if they look like official Facebook pages. It is important to check the website address and its security protocol. Genuine emails from Meta regarding security changes or account logins can always be found in the “Password and Security” section of the profile settings within the last 14 days.
By increasing user awareness and being attentive to such messages, one can avoid losing their account and becoming a victim of scammers.