Scam Targets Users with Fake App Updates
A scam involving fake updates for Wildberries and Ozon apps is spreading online, with fraudsters urging users to delete and reinstall apps to steal personal data. Experts warn against following links in messages and recommend updating only through official app stores.
Consensus
- Fraudsters are spreading false information about needing to delete and reinstall Wildberries and Ozon apps.
- The scam aims to steal users' personal data, including biometric information.
- Users should only update apps through official app stores and not follow links in messages.
- The fake updates are linked to rumors about digital ruble-related issues, which are unfounded.
- Experts advise users to update apps only after receiving official notifications from the platforms.
Points of divergence
- Fraudsters are pretending to be caring neighbors to make their schemes seem part of everyday life. — vm
- Expert Galaktion Kuchava from the platform 'Moshelovka' stated that fraudsters use the guise of neighbors to carry out attacks. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Khrapunova warned about a fraudulent scheme involving Wildberries and Ozon updates — Вечерняя Москва
- Expert warns about fraudulent scheme with fake Wildberries and Ozon app updates. — ТАСС (Telegram)