Spain, October 5, 2023.
The recent report addresses the security incidents that affected some clients of a bank after its merger, highlighting the importance of strengthening cybersecurity in Spain
In the context of the new proposal for an Advanced Cybersecurity Center in the Madrid Assembly, Estafa.info, the independent comparison website, has carried out a study that explains the steps taken by fraudsters to manipulate and deceive customers of a financial entity.This analysis, based on recent data, shows certain circumstances that arose during the merger, and offers advice to avoid possible fraud:• The union of financial entities implied a change for 200,000 clients, with some temporary technological complications. • Irregularities were identified with around 8,000 accounts at the affected bank, underscoring the importance of cybersecurity. • Anomalies were reported in accounts totaling close to 3 million euros, with variations in the amounts per case. • Unusual contact techniques, such as SMS and calls, were detected that deviated from the banking norm. • Some contact numbers were found not to directly correspond to the affected financial identity, highlighting the need for care in confirming identities. • The financial institution emphasizes the importance of caution and advises customers to always verify the communications received. In addition, it suggests its clients stay alert and not share confidential information, in addition to consulting the bank directly if they have any questions. Ángel López, specialist in fraud and scams at Estafa.info, comments: "The massiveness and sophistication of these attacks highlight the need for greater surveillance and awareness about safe online practices. It is not only essential that institutions strengthen their defenses, but customers must be continually informed on how to protect themselves."For more detailed insight and protective measures against bank scams, attached is a detailed infographic on preventing bank fraud. For a complete visualization, you can access the infographic at the following link: https://www.estafa.info/prevenir-fraudes/unicaja/.About Estafa.info Estafa.info is an independent comparator website dedicated to to analyze fraud and scams, providing the public with relevant and updated information to safely navigate the digital world.
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