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Malicious adverts lead to phishing sites
Malicious advertisements on well-known search engines are designed to lure users to phishing websites. Fraudsters use deceptively genuine-looking fake e-banking portals to try to obtain access data. If you notice any suspicious behavior in your e-banking (display of a timer or hourglass) or suspicious payments, contact your bank immediately.
03.07.2025 13:31
Alleged email from SBB distributes malware
The NCSC is currently receiving reports of alleged emails from SBB claiming that a suspicious ticket purchase has been detected. To change or cancel the purchase, you are asked to provide personal data and your bank details. You are then asked to install an apk file (installation package for Android apps). The apk file contains malware. Do not click on the link and delete the message.
08.05.2025 15:23
Phishing in the name of FTA
Currently, fraudsters are sending phishing e-mails in the name of the Federal Tax Administration FTA. The recipients are informed that they have overpaid in their 2023 tax return. Please ignore these e-mails, do not reply to them, do not click on the link, do not scan the QR code and do not enter any personal data on the phishing page.
27.01.2025 14:40

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Week 28: Spotting scam websites

15.07.2025 - Online shopping and other digital services have become an integral part of everyday life. But with convenience comes risk: fake online shops and other scam websites are becoming increasingly common, and not every platform is as trustworthy as it seems. Particular caution is required when making credit card or TWINT payments. In the second part of its summer series, the NCSC explains how to recognise fraudulent websites using a few simple checks – like looking at reviews, the website address, or how old the domain is.

Week 27: How to check URLs and spot suspicious links

08.07.2025 - The summer holidays are here, bringing a chance to relax, recharge, and perhaps enjoy some peaceful moments by the sea. Since many people have a bit more time to read, we are taking the opportunity to help you boost your cybersecurity awareness over the next six weeks. During the summer holidays, we repeatedly receive reports about online shops, phishing attempts, and other tricks cybercriminals use to exploit the season for their schemes.

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