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Phishing in the name of SBB
We are currently seeing a number of phishing variants using the SBB and Swisspass names. For example, the message refers to a ticket refund or pretends that the Swisspass account is restricted. Never divulge personal data such as passwords or credit card details on a website that you have accessed by clicking on a link in an email or text message.
16.03.2023 14:00
Fake websites imitate Courier Service Swissconnect
The NCSC is currently receiving numerous reports from sellers on classified ad platforms. In order to organize the transport, they are contacted by alleged parcel and courier services after the sale. The names of well-known companies are misused, such as Post, DPD and DHL. Currently, the scammers create fake websites in the name of the transport company Swissconnect. Ignore such e-mails.
01.02.2023 10:50
Malware targeting hotels
The NCSC is currently receiving reports from hotels that supposed guests are trying to get hotel employees to open a link in an email and thereby download and execute malware. This allows the attackers to gain access to various hotel accounts and carry out further fraud attempts.
31.01.2023 13:40

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Week 22: Smishing gives way to vishing

06.06.2023 - An interesting combination of a phishing text message and subsequent voice phishing was reported to the NCSC last week. After entering his credit card details on a website opened via a phishing text message, effective security measures enabled the victim to stop his payment to the phishers. When the phishers noticed this, they called the victim and offered telephone support.

Critical vulnerability in file transfer software «MOVEit»: Apply Patch quickly

02.06.2023 - The file transfer software called «MOVEit», which is mainly used by businesses, has a critical vulnerability that is already being exploited by cybercriminals. The attackers are exploiting the vulnerability to steal files from the file transfer software. The NCSC started to receive corresponding reports from organisations in Switzerland on 1 June. The NCSC recommends applying the security patch as quickly as possible.

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