Sberbank Lists Top 10 Scam Phrases Used by Fraudsters
Sberbank revealed the most commonly used words and phrases by fraudsters in scam calls, warning the public to end conversations immediately if suspicious.
Consensus
- Sberbank identified 10 words and phrases frequently used by fraudsters.
- The phrases include 'ВСУ', 'ФСБ', 'МВД', 'деньги в опасности', 'грозит уголовная ответственность', 'безопасный счет', 'код из СМС', 'данные карты', 'финансирование терроризма', and 'необходимо перевести/передать деньги'.
- If someone suspects they are speaking with a fraudster, they should stop the conversation immediately.
Points of divergence
- Sberbank advises not to say anything at all if suspecting a scam call, just end the communication. — tg_rian_ru
- Stanislav Kuznetsov, Deputy Chairman of Sberbank's Board, stated that fraudsters may 'hook' the victim through conversation, so it's best to end the call early if suspicion arises. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- 10 words and phrases that scammers use most often, named by Sberbank. — РИА Новости (Telegram)
- Sberbank named 10 words and phrases that scammers use most often — Вести