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Phishing email concerning alleged tax refund
The NCSC is currently receiving reports of phishing emails that offer the prospect of an alleged entitlement to a tax refund. The link leads to a phishing page. Ignore these emails, do not click on the link and do not enter any personal data on the phishing page.
30.01.2024 13:30
Fraud attempt in the name of President Alain Berset
Fake video advertisements of the president of the Swiss Confederation, Alain Berset, promoting a supposedly lucrative financial product are currently circulating on online platforms. This is a fake advertisement for a fraudulent investment website.
07.12.2023 17:47
Hacktivists NoName057 active again in Switzerland
The hacktivist group "NoName057" is once again attacking targets in Switzerland. The NCSC asks website operators to take appropriate measures. Read the NCSC report on DDoS to find out how you can protect yourself. (Link to the report in the title)
17.11.2023 17:10

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S-U-P-E-R.ch – Beware of malware

25.04.2024 - Cybercriminals develop malware for a number of purposes: to disrupt or prevent the normal operation of a device, steal data or spy on the users' behaviour. Normally what is known as a 'downloader' is first sent to the device. It is not initially clear what damage this type of malware will cause.

Week 16: When chance plays into the hands of scammers

23.04.2024 - The NCSC frequently receives reports from victims where the scam emails seem plausible because they happen to match a current situation. In such cases, it is particularly difficult to spot scam emails, as shown by three examples that have been reported to the BACS in recent weeks. However, by following a few basic rules, it is still possible to spot such emails.

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