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Beware of malware
NCSC is currently receiving numerous reports of emails purporting to be from a debt collection agency. These emails contain alleged claims or reminders. Do not click on the link, as this is an attempt to distribute malware to Windows users.
12.08.2025 11:10
Fake parking ticket SMS messages
Phishing text messages for allegedly unpaid parking fines are circulating. The text reads: "Parking ticket service - A fine of XX CHF is outstanding. To avoid a surcharge, please view your message before XX.XX.XXX: [link to phishing website]". Do not click on the link, delete the SMS and report it to the NCSC.
18.07.2025 16:38
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

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Week 32: The psychological tricks that scammers use - part 2

12.08.2025 - Emotions are almost always central to social engineering. Scammers deliberately try to provoke certain feelings and reactions in their victims. The final part of our summer series looks at how scammers exploit our emotions, and explains why being aware of your own feelings is key to keeping a cool head.

Week 31: The psychological tricks that scammers use

05.08.2025 - Scammers are skilled at manipulating people to make them behave in certain ways. In part five of its summer series and in next week's part six, the NCSC will explore why social engineering is so effective and the psychological tricks behind it. The better you understand these patterns, the better you can protect yourself.

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