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Calls on behalf of a supposed NCSC employee
The NCSC has received reports of cases in which someone claiming to be an employee of the National Cyber Security Centre calls and asks to verify a supposedly suspicious bank transaction. The NCSC does not verify bank transactions and does not contact citizens unsolicited by telephone. Hang up immediately if you receive such a call and do not respond to any requests made by the fraudsters.
31.10.2025 17:00
Phishing in the name of FTA
Fraudsters are currently sending phishing emails on behalf of the Federal Tax Administration (FTA). Recipients are informed that a prompt review of the 2025 tax assessment is required and that they should open the attachment. The attachment contains a phishing page. Ignore these emails, do not reply to them and do not open the attachment.
20.10.2025 14:34
Phishing in the name of TWINT
Fraudulent emails are currently circulating in the name of TWINT AG. These emails claim that the TWINT account needs to be verified or personal details confirmed in order to prevent it from being blocked. Recipients are asked to click on a link and enter confidential data. Do not click on the link and ignore such emails.
14.10.2025 11:32

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Cyber Security Month:  Tips for senior citizens

Cyber Security Month: Tips for senior citizens

31.10.2025 - The internet is very useful, whether for banking transactions, shopping or keeping in touch with family and friends, but it does expose you to certain dangers. One of the biggest is ‘phishing’. Fraudsters try to persuade you to reveal personal data like passwords or account information using fake emails, text messages or messages. Older people are a particular target for these scams. In order to raise awareness among all users in a playful way, BACS has developed a word search puzzle on the topic of phishing.

Digital Switzerland Advisory Board: Cybersecurity in Switzerland today

30.10.2025 - At the Digital Switzerland Advisory Board meeting on 30 October the focus was on information security and cybersecurity. Under the chairmanship of Federal Councillor Martin Pfister and with the participation of Federal Chancellor Viktor Rossi, representatives from the cantons, business, academia and civil society met to exchange views on the current state of national cybersecurity measures. The discussions centred on information security and cybersecurity in the context of the National Cyberstrategy, and highlighted specific areas for action and examples of what works in practice.

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