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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
Attualmente, alcuni truffatori stanno inviando e-mail di phishing a nome dell'Amministrazione federale delle contribuzioni AFC. Ai destinatari viene comunicato che è necessaria una verifica tempestiva della tassazione 2025 e che è necessario aprire l'allegato. L'allegato contiene una pagina di phishing. Si prega di ignorare queste e-mail, di non rispondere e di non aprire l'allegato.
20.10.2025 00:00
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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Week 5: Global SharePoint phishing wave – Switzerland also affected

Week 5: Global SharePoint phishing wave – Switzerland also affected

03.02.2026 - Over the past few weeks, the NCSC has received reports of emails claiming that the sender has shared a file via Microsoft SharePoint. The link provided really does lead to the legitimate SharePoint platform. This week's review explains the malicious intent behind these emails, the background to the scam, and its implications for users.
Week 4: "Urgent money transfer" – CEO fraud remains a persistent threat to SMEs

Week 4: "Urgent money transfer" – CEO fraud remains a persistent threat to SMEs

27.01.2026 - CEO fraud is one of the types of fraud most frequently reported to the NCSC. Last year, the number of reported cases increased from 719 to 971, compared to the previous year. Reports received last week show that scammers are continuously refining their methods. They no longer rely solely on fake emails, but increasingly use psychological manipulation and artificial intelligence. This week’s review looks at how to recognise these subtle warning signs in everyday business.

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